5 Questions
What was the date of the Battle of Hastings?
14 October 1066
Who were the two opposing sides in the Battle of Hastings?
Norman-French army of William and English army under King Harold
What was the reason for the Battle of Hastings?
Succession struggle for the English throne
What was the tactic used by the Normans to defeat the English army?
Pretending to flee in panic and then turning on their pursuers
What was the estimated casualty figure for the Battle of Hastings?
2,000 invaders and twice that number of Englishmen
Test your knowledge of one of the most significant battles in English history with our Battle of Hastings quiz! Discover the key players, events, and consequences of this epic clash between William of Normandy and King Harold Godwinson. From the tactics used on the battlefield to the political and cultural implications of the Norman Conquest, this quiz covers it all. Put your history skills to the test and see how much you really know about the Battle of Hastings!
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