The Battle Of Hastings Flashcards
When did the Battle of Hastings occur?
14th October 1066
Which king died on 5th January 1066?
Edward the Confessor
Who was crowned king of England on 6th January 1066?
Harold Godwinson
What battle preceded the Battle of Hastings?
Stamford Bridge
What was the name of the hill where the Anglo-Saxons positioned themselves during the Battle of Hastings?
Senlac Hill
What battle tactic did the Anglo-Saxon army employ?
Shield Wall
Name the two types of soldiers in the Anglo-Saxon army.
Housecarls and Fyrd
Give one reason why the Normans gained the upper hand during the Battle of Hastings?
False retreats, use of archers, Harold was killed, use of cavalry
What happened to the King of England during the Battle of Hastings?
He was shot in the eye with an arrow
How many casualties were there in the Battle of Hastings?
Between 7,000- 10,000
