Battles Of Stamford Bridge And Fulford Gate Flashcards
What was the first military movement of Harold G?
Gathered an army in May 1066, on south-coast, waiting for William.
Why couldn’t William sail straight to England?
Bad winds for 6 weeks.
When did Harold G dispand his army?
September 1066
When did William land in England?
28th September 1066
When was the Battle of Fulford Gate?
20th September 1066
Who was the Battle of Fulford Gate between?
Anglo-Saxons (lead by Earl Edwin and Earl Morcar) and Vikings (lead by Harold Hardrada and Tostig G).
How big were the armies at Fulford Gate?
AS = 5,000 V = 10,000 (6,000 used)
Who won Fulford Gate and why?
Vikings. Had more, better trained and better equipped men.
Result of Fulford Gate?
Harold Hardrada took control of Yorkshire and Harold G was forced to march North with his army to deal with him.
When was the Battle of Stamford Bridge?
25th September 1066
Who was involved in Stamford Bridge?
Anglo-Saxons (lead by King Harold G) and Vikings (lead by Harold Hardrada and Tostig G).
How big were the armies at Stamford Bridge?
AS = 10,000-15,000 V = 10,000-11,000
Who won Stamford Bridge and why?
Anglo-Saxons. Vikings were taken by surprise (many had no armour), AS broke a hole in their shield wall, both leaders were killed.
Results of Stamford Bridge?
Harold G recaptured Yorkshire. Vikings no longer a threat. AS were tired, with over 6,000 casualties and low supply levels.
How quick did men travel up to Stamford Bridge?
180 miles in 5 days
