English Surrender in 1066 Flashcards
What happened consequently after the death of Harold Godwinson?
The Witan elected Edgar Aetheling as king. The Archbishops Stigand of Canterbury and Ealdred of York crowned him, and he was also supported by Edwin and Morcar.
Why did William secure the Soath Coast?
He secured the south coast, so that supplies and more troops could be sent from Normandy, although he and many of his army became ill at Dover.
What did William seize at Winchester?
He sent soldiers to seize the royal treasury at Winchester.
What did William do at London?
He then headed to London to force a surrender, destroying people’s homes as he went.
Who surrendered to William in 1066 after the Battle of Hastings at Berkhamsted?
At Berkhamsted, Edgar Aetheling met William, along with Archbishop Ealdred, Edwin, Morcar, and other leading earls. They surrendered to William, swore oaths to obey him, gave him hostages, and offered him the crown.
