1066 Flashcards
How far did Harold’s army March in how many days ?
250 miles in 9 days
When Was the battle of Stanford bridge ?
1066
Who were the claimants to the throne ?
Hararld Hardrada,Harold Godwinson and William of Normandy
What happened in the south of England while Harold was fighting in the north ?
In the south William began to invade
When did the battle of hasting start and finish ?
14 October 1066 9:30am - 5:30pm
Who was chosen by the witan to be the next king of England ?
Harold Godwinson
What was the rumour that spread during the battle of Hastings?
That William was dead , however he was not
Why did William win the battle of Hastings?
William won because he had a larger army , had a more varied army and he also deceived Harold’s army by pretending to flee but then as they chased them down the hill turned around and surprised them .
Who fought at the battle of Stanford bridge ?
Harald hardrada and Harold Godwinson
How many Viking ships returned home after the battle at Stanford bridge ?
Originally 300 only 24 returned
How old was Edward the confessor when he died ?
He was 61
When did Edward the confessor die ?
He died on the 5th of January 1066
Who was Tostig ?
Tostig was Harold Godwinson’s brother who was banished from England and offered to help Harald Hardrada .
When was the battle of Stanford bridge?
25th September 1066
How did Harald Hardrada die?
He died by an arrow to the chest
