The battle of Hastings Flashcards
Where did it take place?
On Senlac hill.
What time did it take place?
9:00 AM
What made the battle harder for the Saxons to fleet?
A large wood behind the Saxons.
Which army was at the bottom of the hill?
The Norman.
Which army was at the top of the hill?
The Saxon army.
Both armies wore ______-shaped helmets. Fill in the blank.
Conical.
What are ‘cavalry’?
Warriors riding horses.
How many cavalry did William have?
About 2000.
What two long ranged weapons did the Normans have?
Bows and Crossbows.
What was better about Crossbows compared to traditional bows?
They required less strength and training and tended to be more accurate.
What prevented the Normans from attacking the Saxons?
A tight shield wall
Who won?
William
Who had the ‘backing of god’?
William
What type of soldiers did Harold’s army have?
Harold’s army was largely made up of the fyrd and housecarls.
What’s a fyrd?
A part-time soldier who was called up to fight when needed.
What are housecarls?
Professional soldiers, who were well-trained and armed.
What did type of soldiers did Williams army have?
Cavalry, archers and foot soldiers.
What event had happened just before this one?
The battle of Stamford Bridge
What tactic did the Normans use to guarantee the victory for the Normans?
The feigned retreat.
How did Harold die?
He was shot in the eye and bled to death. However some sources say that he was sliced.
