Causes of the Norman conquest Flashcards
when did Edward the Confessor die?
5th January 1066
When did his funeral take place?
6th January 1066
What did Edward the confessor task Harold Godwinson with?
To travel to Normandy
What did Harold Godwinson offer William of Normandy?
He offered to support his claim to the throne
what year did Harold Godwinson offer To support William of Normandy?
1064
What was Harold Godwinsons claim to the throne?
Edward the confessor offered it to him on his death bed.
Who supported Harold Godwinson?
The Witan and many powerful nobles
What was Edgar Aethlings claim to the throne?
He had royal blood, He was descended from King Alfred the Great.
Why was his claim weak?
He was only 15 years old and didn’t have many supporters
What was Harald Hardradas’ claim to the throne?
He claimed to be a descendant of King Canute
What was William of Normandys claim to the throne?
The Normans claimed Harold had sworn an oath of allegiance to William of Normandy
Why was their a succession crisis?
Edward the confessor died without an heir or clearly named successor
Why did Tostig support Harald Hardrada?
He was exiled by Harold Godwinson
