Norman invasion Flashcards
1
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Battle of Hastings
A
14th October 1066
Harold Godwinson vs. William the Conqueror
Harold Godwinson shot in the eye
2
Q
Competitors for the throne
A
Harold Hardrada, William, Harold Gowdinson, Edgar the Atheling
3
Q
Battle of Fulford
A
20th September 1066
Harold Hardrada & Tostig vs Edwin & Morcar
4
Q
Harold Godwinsons Army
A
Housecarls and fyrd
5
Q
William the Conqueror’s army
A
Swordsmen, archers and cavalry
6
Q
Feudal System
A
System of trading loyalties for protection n the Middle Ages
7
Q
Harrying of the North
A
1069-70
- William burnt and salted lands so they couldn’t grow crops in it, in Northern England
- As punishment for them supporting vikings
7
Q
Harrying of the North
A
1069-70
- William burnt and salted lands so they couldn’t grow crops in it, in Northern England
- As punishment for them supporting vikings
