The Events Of 1066 Flashcards
Why is 1066 so well known?
Because it was the last time England had been invaded and taken by a foreign power.
What year did King Edward The Confessor die?
1066
How old was Edward the Confessor when he died?
He was 62
Who were the three competitors of the throne?
William of Normandy, Harold Godwinson and Harald Hardrada
What advantage did Harold Godwinson have against the other two rivals?
Both William and Hardrada were on the other side of the English Channel whilst Godwinson lived in wessex
Who was Harolds younger brother ?
Tostig
How many Viking were with Harold?
About 10,000
How many longboats did the Vikings bring?
300
What prevented William from crossing the Channel?
Storms blew in the channel
Which bay did the Normans land on
Pevensey Bay
Which town do they march to?
Hastings
When did the Battle of Hastings start?
On 14th of October at around 9:30
Who gave William the special flag?
The Pope
What tactical defence did Harold use?
A tight Sheild-Wall
Which people did he send up to smash through the sheild-wall?
He decided to send his knights on horse back.
How long had william not been seen for?
About half an hour
What did William order his men to do?
He ordered them o run away and act like they were retreating
At about what time was Harold killed and the battle lost?
At about 6:00pm
What did Harold’s mother offer in exchange for Harold’s body?
Her sons weight in gold
What day did William become king of England?
Christmas day
