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Who fought in the Battle of Hastings?
Who fought in the Battle of Hastings?
- The Anglo-Saxon King Harold Godwinson and the French King Louis XIV
- The English army under King Edward the Confessor and the Norwegian army under King Harald Hardrada
- The Norman-French army of William, Duke of Normandy, and an English army under King Harold Godwinson (correct)
- The Scottish army under King Robert the Bruce and the English army under King Henry VIII
Who was crowned king shortly after King Edward the Confessor's death?
Who was crowned king shortly after King Edward the Confessor's death?
- King Harald Hardrada
- William, the Duke of Normandy
- King Harold Godwinson (correct)
- Tostig, Harold's brother
What tactic did the Normans adopt after their early efforts to break the English battle lines had little effect?
What tactic did the Normans adopt after their early efforts to break the English battle lines had little effect?
- Call for reinforcements
- Pretend to flee in panic and then turn on their pursuers (correct)
- Launch a surprise attack from the rear
- Retreat and regroup
Study Notes
The Battle of Hastings
- The English army fought against the Norman army in the Battle of Hastings.
- King Edward the Confessor's death led to a succession crisis, with Harold Godwinson and William, Duke of Normandy, both claiming the throne.
Succession Crisis
- Harold Godwinson was crowned king shortly after King Edward the Confessor's death.
Norman Tactics
- The Normans adopted a feigned retreat tactic after their early efforts to break the English battle lines had little effect.
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"Test your knowledge of the historic Battle of Hastings: Norman Conquest of England" - Take this quiz to learn more about the epic battle that changed the course of English history. From the key players to the battlefield tactics, put your historical knowledge to the test and discover the events that led to the decisive Norman victory over the Anglo-Saxon army. Perfect for history buffs and anyone interested in the fascinating story of the Battle of Hastings.
