embassy to normandy Flashcards
1
Q
what year did harolds embassy to normandy take place
A
1064
2
Q
what happened in the embassy to normandy?
A
harold godwinson was sent by the king and made an oath to william - swearing to support williams claim to the throne
3
Q
why was the embassy significant?
A
- harold was edwards trusted advisor
- normans used it to boost williams claim
- after harold became king 1066, normans portrayed him as oath-breaker