Battle of Stamford Bridge & Battle of Fulford Flashcards

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Who was the Battle of Fulford between?

A

The Norwegians and The Housecarls

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Who were the Housecarls waiting for an invasion from?

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The Normans

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Who was the Battle of Stamford Bridge between?

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The Battle of Stamford Bridge was the second September battle in 1066, between King Harold of England and King Harald of Norway and Tostig.

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4
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Where did the Anglo-Saxon march to?

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The Anglo-Saxon army had marched all the way from London to Stamford Bridge - near York

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How many contenders died in battle?

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Two of the contenders for the throne were killed at Stamford Bridge

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