Pope Alexander II may have punished the English king for siding with his rival during the Norman invasion of 1066. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Pope Alexander II is consecrating a banner for William the Conqueror's service in his descent upon England and granting a ring containing a hair of St. Peter. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy .