stood as godmother for Matilda of Scotland, who would become Queen of England after marrying Matilda's son Henry I. During the christening, the baby pulled Queen Matilda's headdress down on top of herself, which was seen as an omen that the younger Matilda would be queen some day as well.

Death and burial

Matilda fell ill during the summer of 1083 and died on 2 November 1083. Her husband was present for her final confession. William swore

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