norman england Flashcards
1
Q
How many people lived in Britain in 1066?
A
2 million
2
Q
what family was the most powerful
A
Godwin
3
Q
who was head of the Catholic Church
A
pope
4
Q
which kind died on January 5th 1066
A
Edward the confessor
5
Q
What were the king’s professional soldiers called?
A
huscarls
6
Q
Which contender in 1066 claimed that his father had been promised the
throne by Hathacnut?
A
hardrada
