1066 Flashcards
When was William crowned
25th December 1066
On senlac hilll were the battle of Hastings took place who’s army was at the top
Harold Godwinson
What was one of the Saxon’s battle tactics
Shield wall
What was one of the reasons Harold Godwinson thought he should be king?
He claimed that on his death bed Edward the Confessor had named him his heir.
Why did Harald Hardrada think he should be king of England?
King Canut was his ancestor and once ruled England, he thought he should do the same.
Who were the battle of Hastings contestants?
Harold Godwinson and William of Normandy
How long did the battle of Hastings last?
9 hours
When was the battle of Stanford bridge?
September 25th 1066
Why invade England? 3 points
Good trade Wealthy country Lots of gold Was an island-difficult to invade Had good jobs Had fertile land
What was one of the main rumours about Hayley’s comet?
They thought that it was a sign from heaven or God that a great change would come.
What was the battle format?
Harolds army-top of hill. Senlac hill
——-A r c h e r s ——–
Infantry. Infantry
——C a v a l r y———
True or false
The Norman’s prepared carefully- a Norman strength
True
True or false
The battle began before the saxons were ready- Norman strength
False
Why did William think he should be king?
Was a cousin and when Edward was younger he was shipwrecked and William had taken him into his care. He said that Edward wanted him to be king.
Why did William think he should be king?
Was a cousin and when Edward was younger he was shipwrecked and William had taken him into his care. He said that Edward wanted him to be king.
