The Battle of Hastings Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Battle of Hastings start?
A
14th October at 9:30 in the morning.
2
Q
Which side used the protective technique ‘shield wall’?
A
Harold’s side
3
Q
Which army was on a hill?
A
Harold’s army
4
Q
Why couldn’t William climb up the hill to fight with Harold?
A
Because the hill was too steep to climb and the horses were tired and exhausted.
5
Q
Why did William win?
A
Because he faked that he was dead, which made Harolds army break their shield wall and run to kill the rest of Williams army. Instead, Williams army ran to Harold’s army and finished them off.
