The Battle of Hastings 1066

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What date was the Battle of Hastings fought?

  • October 14, 1065
  • October 14, 1066 (correct)
  • October 15, 1066
  • October 15, 1065

What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?

  • The English army won
  • The Norman-French army won (correct)
  • The battle was a draw
  • The battle was inconclusive

When was William crowned king?

  • October 14, 1066
  • October 15, 1066
  • Christmas Day 1065
  • Christmas Day 1066 (correct)

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Study Notes

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

  • The battle was a decisive Norman victory, with the English army suffering heavy casualties.

  • Harold died in the battle, likely near the end, and led to the retreat and defeat of most of his army. After further marching and some skirmishes, William was crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066.

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