Battle Of Stamford Bridge Flashcards
What were the 2 types of soldiers and their purpose?
Housecarls were well trained, experienced soldiers who protected the King and his Barons. Fyrd defended their local area but had to use their own food and equipment.
When did the English arrive at Stamford Bridge
September 25 1066, walking 30km in 5 days
What river separated the Vikings from the English
River Derwent and a narrow bridge
What was shown in the Anglo Saxon Chronicles that happened on the bridge
There was a Viking Berserker who killed 40 English men but an English soldier went under the bridge and stuck a spear up his bum and the berserker died
What formation did both armies do
Shield wall
What did Hardrada do as Harold crossed the bridge
Sent 3 riders on the fastest horses to get the fleet
What did Harold do before the battle officially began
He tried to persuade Tostig to join his side and rename him as Earl but Tostig stayed with Hardrada
What was Hardrada’s nickname
Thunderbolt of the north
What did Hardrada do in the battle which resulted in his death
He had weapons in both hands and killed all in his way but he also had no shield or chain mail, a metal coat made of rings that had protection but heavy
How did Hardrada die
He was struck in the throat by an arrow
When did the reinforcements arrive
After the battle ended
What happened after the Battle of Fulford according to the Anglo Saxon Chronicles
Hardrada’s son survived and gave himself up to the king and Harold allowed him to go back to Norway as long as they swore an oath to never invade again
How many ships returned from Hardrada’s fleet
24 out of 300
What happened 3 days after the Battle of Stamford Bridge
The winds changed south and William set sail to England
