Battle of the hastings Flashcards
When did the Battle of the Hastings occur?
On October 14th, 1066 a single battle of a few thousand men permanently changed history in England and beyond.
Who was the fight between?
The fight was between the norman forces of William the conquer and King Harold Godwinson’s English army. William entered the battle with a strong army of 15,000. King Harold only had 5,000 people and most of them were farmers and not soldiers.
Why did the Battle of the Hastings happen?
The Battle of the Hastings was fought because William of Normandy thought he was the rightful king of England and he wanted the power of being king.
Where did the Battle of Hastings occur?
Senlac Hill, seven miles from Hastings, England.
Who won the Battle of the Hastings?
On October 14th, 1066 England was defeated by the norman forces of William the conquer.
When was William crowned king?
William was crowned king of England on the 25th of December 1066.
