In 1138, Robert declared his support for the Empress Matilda, but he was defeated in Normandy by Waleran and his English allies were crushed by Stephen and driven back on his fortress of Bristol.
Robert declared his support for the Empress Matilda. This was in 1138. He was defeated in Normandy by Waleran. His English allies were crushed by Stephen. This was in 1138. His English allies were driven back on his fortress of Bristol. This was in 1138.