1066 Claimants To The Throne Flashcards
Who were the 4 claimants to the throne
Harald Hardraada
Harold Godwinson
William the Duke of Normandy
Edgar the Atheling
Who was the ruler who died 1st
Edward the confessor
Who was Edgar and why did he claim the throne
He was the youngest claimant to the throne and was Edwards nephew
Who was Harald Hardraada and why did he claim the throne
He was the King of Norway 200 years earlier, his family ruled England (Cnut) Edward ‘stole’ the throne so he should re-inherited it. He had the North and Tostigs support.
Who was Tostig
Tostig was Harold Godwinesons brother
Who was Harold Godwinesons and why did he claim the throne
He came from the richest family in England. He controlled Wessex where great warriors came from. Edwards dying wish was that he should become King.
Who was William the conqueror, and why did he claim the throne
William was Edwards great cousin. Edward promised William the throne. He was experienced, as he was the Duke of Normandy.Harold Godwinesons made an oath to William saying he would help William to become King in 1064.
Did William have any sons? If so how many?
He had 4 sons
What did Normandy have which would make them good ally’s?
A good army
