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When was the Battle of Hastings fought?
When was the Battle of Hastings fought?
Who led the Norman-French army?
Who led the Norman-French army?
Where was the battle fought?
Where was the battle fought?
Who did Harold face invasions from before the Battle of Hastings?
Who did Harold face invasions from before the Battle of Hastings?
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When was William crowned as king?
When was William crowned as king?
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Study Notes
- The Battle of Hastings was fought on 14 October 1066.
- It was between the Norman-French army of William, Duke of Normandy, and the English army under King Harold Godwinson.
- The battle was fought close to present-day Battle, East Sussex.
- 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 28 September 1066.
- The exact numbers present at the battle are unknown.
- Harold tried to surprise William, but scouts found his army and reported its arrival to William.
- Harolds death led to the retreat and defeat of most of his army.
- William was crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066.
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Test your knowledge on one of the most significant battles in English history - The Battle of Hastings. Learn about the key players, the events leading up to the battle and the aftermath. Put your history skills to the test and see if you can emerge victorious, just like William, Duke of Normandy did on that fateful day in 1066.
