battle of hastings Flashcards
What were the four main ways William controlled England.
Motte and Bailey Castles, feudal system, Harrying of the North and the Domesday book
Was the Domesday book just for taxing or were their other purposes
there were other
Who were the 4 contenders for the Crown of England
Harold, Harald, William and Edgar
Which of the contenders were too young to become King
Edgar
How did Harold Godwinson die in the Battle of Hastings
An arrow to the eye
How was the death of Harold’s ironic
He swore an oath to William and broke it and people who break oaths lose their eyes.
When was Harold Godwinson born
1022
When was the Domesday book written
1085
When was the Battle of Stamford bridge
19 September 1066
When did the Battle of Hastings occur
14 October 1066
What Famous Tapestry tells the story of the Battle of Hastings
The Bayeux Tapestry
Who has the King of Norway
Harald Hardrada
What role and where did William have
Duke of Normandy
What was the name of Harold’s brother who helped Harald
Tostig
What was Harold Godwinson before he was crowned
most powerful noble in England
