Battle of Hastings

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What was the Battle of Hastings and who fought in it?

The Battle of Hastings was fought on 14 October 1066 between the Norman-French army of William, the Duke of Normandy, and an English army under the Anglo-Saxon King Harold Godwinson, beginning the Norman Conquest of England.

Who were the claimants to the throne after the death of King Edward the Confessor?

Several claimants, including Harold Godwinson, William, Duke of Normandy, and Harald Hardrada, King of Norway, struggled for succession to the throne.

What was the outcome of the battle, and who became the king of England after it?

The outcome of the Battle of Hastings was a decisive Norman victory. William, the Duke of Normandy, became the king of England after the battle.

Test your knowledge of the historic Battle of Hastings with our quiz! From the leaders of the opposing armies to the tactics used in the battle, this quiz covers all the essential details. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about this pivotal moment in English history.

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