1066 Flashcards
In 1066 who won the battle of Stamford Bridge?
Harold Godwinson.
Who was the youngest candidate in 1066?
Edgar Atheling.
Who was chosen as the king in 1066 by the Witan?
Harold Godwinson.
Which position did Harold Godwinson take when he realised he couldn’t surprise William?
Senlac Hill.
What tactic did William use in the battle of Hastings?
Fake retreat.
Who was crowned king on Christmas Day?
William.
What were the strengths of the motte and bailey.
Had a big hill and had a good retreat point with a palisade.
How did Harold Godwinson die?
He was shot in the eye.
What did the domesday book have in it?
The information on what everyone owned.
Who was William’s mother
A tanners daughter
Who was Williams father
The previous Duke of Normandy
Which country was Harold Hardrada king of?
Norway.
Where was Edgar Atheling born?
Hungary.
Why did Williams guards slaughter a crowd outside his coronation
Because they thought they were rioting but the crowd was just cheering
How many bishops were there in 1066.
6
Where were Harold Godwinson’s spies when they found out about Harold Hardrada’s invasion?
Shetland
When did William land at Pevency bay ?
28th September.
In 1068 how many rebellions did Harold Godwinson’s son’s lead?
2.
What was the harrying of the North?
William starved England.
How did William do in terms of the economy in England?
He made them wealthier.
What did William do to get rid of food for the harrying of the north?
He burnt everyone’s crops.
Who was the king after William?
William 2nd (Rufus)
What year did William the conqueror die?
1087
What did William leave his youngest son?
£5,000
