Who were the rivals to the throne in 1066?

Question 1

Edgar the Aethling

Answer 1

• Anglo Saxon Prince
• Great Nephew of Edward
• Edward promised the throne to Edgar’s father but his father soon died

Question 2

Harold Hardrada

Answer 2

• King of Norway
• Viking Ruler (hard ruler)
• Believed he had the right to the throne because his father did not receive the throne

Question 3

Harold Godwinson

Answer 3

• Earl of Wessex (powerful)
• King Edward’s brother-in-law
• Edward promised him the throne on his death bed (novissima verba)

Question 4

William Duke of Normandy

Answer 4

• Distant cousin of King Edward
• Many supporters and God’s support (Pope’s support)
• Claimed Edward promised him the throne
• Edward had known him well