The Battle of Stamford Bridge Flashcards
1
Q
What was the loss the Harold.G faced before the Battle of Stamford Bridge?
A
Battle of Fulford gate
2
Q
Why did Harald.H win at Fulford gate and not Stamford Bridge?
A
He didn’t have the number advantage, army was spread out, his boats with their equipment were miles away
3
Q
Positives of Harold.G’s win for him?
A
Created high moral, they had experience in their formation, removed a major rival from the throne contest
4
Q
Negatives of Harold.G’s win for him?
A
Soldiers were tired, lots of soldiers wounded or dead, demoralised for the walk back to South Coast
