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What was the main reason for the Battle of Hastings?
What was the main reason for the Battle of Hastings?
Who led the Norman-French army during the Battle of Hastings?
Who led the Norman-French army during the Battle of Hastings?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Stamford Bridge?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Stamford Bridge?
When did William land his invasion forces in the south of England?
When did William land his invasion forces in the south of England?
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What was the composition of the invading force at the Battle of Hastings?
What was the composition of the invading force at the Battle of Hastings?
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Study Notes
- The Battle of Hastings was fought on October 14, 1066.
- It was between the Norman-French army of William and the English army under King Harold Godwinson.
- The battle took place close to the present-day town of Battle, East Sussex.
- It was a decisive Norman victory.
- The background to the battle was the death of King Edward the Confessor and a succession struggle.
- Harold faced invasions by William, his own brother Tostig, and the Norwegian King Harald Hardrada.
- Tostig and Hardrada were defeated by Harold at the Battle of Stamford Bridge.
- William landed his invasion forces in the south of England at Pevensey on September 28, 1066.
- The exact numbers present at the battle are unknown, but the English army was almost entirely infantry and the invading force was split equally between cavalry and archers.
- Harold's death led to the retreat and defeat of most of his army, and William was crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066.
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Think you know everything about the Battle of Hastings? Test your knowledge with our quiz! From the date and location of the battle to the key players and outcomes, this quiz will challenge your understanding of one of England's most famous battles. Brush up on your history and see if you can score a perfect score!
