The Battle Hastings (includes William I becoming king) Flashcards
Where did the Battle of Hastings?
Senlac Hill
What was the nearest town to where the Battle took place
Hastings, now called Battle
Where did William land
Pevensy
What trick did William use?
Feigned Flight
How many times did William use his trick?
Three
According to many sources, including the Bayeux tapestry how was Harold Godwinson killed?
He was shot in the eye with an arrow
Who won the battle?
William of Normandy
How long did it take for the winner to be offered the crown?
5 days
Where was the winner crowned?
Westminster Abbey.
When was the winner crowned?
25th of December 1066
What was Williams ship called?
Mora
Who gave William his ship
His wife
What was William’s wife called?
Matilda
What part of England did the Battle take place? (North South etc.)
South/ South-East
