With the capture of Messina in 1061, the Normans began their conquest of this island
The battle of Messina in 1061, however, offers key insights into 
Norman ... 1101), Roger intended to invade Sicily and rescue the island from the
... [DOC] [TLE] 'Combined Operations' in Sicily, AD 1060-78 - JStor [PAR] investigate the scanty sources for the Norman naval operations in the early 
stages of their conquest of southern Italy and Sicily, not merely because some of 
these ... of Reggio, and although his position in Apulia was still insecure, he 
began ... neighbourhood of Messina in the years 1060-61, which led up to the 
capture of... [DOC] [TLE] The Normans: Their history, arms and tactics - Albion Swords [PAR] As the 10th century began Europe was at the height of the so-called 'Viking' age.