Succession crisis Flashcards
When did Edward the confessor die?
5th January 1066
Who were the 4 contenders for the throne after Edward died?
Harold Godwinson
William of Normandy
Edgar Atheling
Harald Hardrada
Why was Harold Godwinson a contender for the thone?
Was an Anglo Saxon
Was a brother in law to Edward
Claimed Edward promised him the throne on his deathbed
Very good fighter
Had a lot of support
Why was William a contender for the throne?
Second cousin to Edward
Claimed that Harold Godwinson promised to support him in 1064
Had a good army and was a good soldier
Why was Edgar a contender for the throne?
Edward’s closest nephew
Royal blood
Was only 14 when Edward died
Didn’t have any supporters amongst earls
Why was Harald a contender for the throne?
Was the Norweigan king and was distantly related to the old English king Cnut
Promised the throne of England by Magnus Alafsson who took it from Cnut’s son
Fierce and tremendous warrior
When was Harold Godwinson coronated?
6th Janary 1066
