Climants To The Throan

Question 1

William of Normandy,
What was his claims, strengths, and weaknesses

Answer 1

William of Normandy

Claims - Edward promised him throan in 1050
Harold swore an oath of loyalty in 1064

Strengths - strong military leader
Backed by pop (most powerful in EU)

Weaknesses - Had to invade England to enforce his claim
Viewed as attacker

Question 2

Harold Hardrada

Answer 2

Harold Hardrada

Claimed - Based on an agreement between past English and Norwegian kings
Viking warrior who believed he had the right to rule

Strengths - experienced warrior
Supported by Tostig (Godwinson Brother)

Question 3

Edgar Aetheling

Answer 3

Claimed - nearest relative to Edward

Strengths - Had royal blood

Weaknesses - too younge lacked support and moral strength

Question 4

Harold Godwinson

Answer 4

Harold Godwinson

Claimed - Edward crowned him king on his death bed
Most powerful and noble in England

Strengths - chosen by Witan (council of nobles)
Had military experience

Weaknesses - Lacked royal blood
Strong foreign rivals