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Who led the Norman-French army in the Battle of Hastings?

Norwegian King Harald Hardrada

William, Duke of Normandy (correct)

Tostig

King Harold Godwinson

What was the reason behind the Battle of Hastings?

A dispute over land ownership

A succession struggle for the English throne (correct)

A religious conflict

A disagreement over trade routes

Which of the following armies had mostly infantry and few archers?

The Norman army

Harald Hardrada's army

Tostig's army

The English army (correct)

What was the outcome of the Battle of Stamford Bridge?

<p>Harold defeated Tostig and Harald Hardrada</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was William crowned king?

<p>Christmas Day 1066</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Battle of Hastings fought on 14 October 1066 between Normans and English
Norman-French army led by William, Duke of Normandy
English army led by King Harold Godwinson
Background to the battle was a succession struggle for the English throne
Harold faced invasions by William, his own brother Tostig, and Norwegian King Harald Hardrada
Tostig and Hardrada defeated by Harold at Battle of Stamford Bridge
William landed invasion forces in south of England at Pevensey on 28 September 1066
Harold forced to march south swiftly, gathering forces as he went
Composition of forces: English army mostly infantry, few archers; Norman army split equally between cavalry, archers, and infantry
William crowned king on Christmas Day 1066 after Harold's death and defeat of his army at Hastings.

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How much do you know about the historic Battle of Hastings? Test your knowledge with this quiz and learn about the Norman-French invasion led by William, Duke of Normandy, the English army led by King Harold Godwinson, and the succession struggle for the English throne that led to this epic battle in 1066. Explore the composition of the opposing forces, the tactics employed, and the outcome that saw William crowned king on Christmas Day. Put your history knowledge to the test with this Battle of