Norman England 1066-1100 Flashcards
How did Edward the Confessor come to the throne?
After the death of his half brother King Harthacnut
What is Edward the confessor like as king?
Struggled to stamp authority
Godwinson family helped him out
Who were the Godwins?
were one of the leading Anglo-Saxons families in pre 1066
Who was Harold Godwinson?
Became the Earl of East Anglia meaning his family controlled half of England.
What were the strengths of Anglo Saxon England?
highly trained military
economically successful
What is a monk?
a man who devotes his life to prayer
What was a main weakness of Anglo Saxon England?
People disagreed on religious views
When did the Vikings rule england?
1016-1042
Why was England attractive prospect to be conquered?
highly good economy
Why was Edward the Confessor was a weak king?
he prayed all the time
gave an heir to the throne
