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King Harold of England was defeated at the ______ of Hastings on 14 October 1066
King Harold of England was defeated at the ______ of Hastings on 14 October 1066
Battle
William founded a monastery at the ______ of the battle
William founded a monastery at the ______ of the battle
site
The high altar of the abbey church was supposedly placed at the ______ where Harold died.
The high altar of the abbey church was supposedly placed at the ______ where Harold died.
spot
Study Notes
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King Harold of England was defeated by the Norman-French army at the Battle of Hastings on 14 October 1066, which led to the Norman Conquest of England.
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The exact numbers present at the battle are unknown, but it is believed that about 2,000 invaders died along with about twice that number of Englishmen.
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William founded a monastery at the site of the battle, the high altar of the abbey church supposedly placed at the spot where Harold died.
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Test your knowledge about the Battle of Hastings, a significant event in English history that led to the Norman Conquest of England. Learn about the key players, casualties, and aftermath of this historic battle.
