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What was the date of the Battle of Hastings?
What was the date of the Battle of Hastings?
- 20 September 1066
- 14 October 1066 (correct)
- 25 December 1066
- 28 September 1066
Who was the Anglo-Saxon King who fought against William, Duke of Normandy?
Who was the Anglo-Saxon King who fought against William, Duke of Normandy?
- Harold Godwinson (correct)
- Tostig
- Edward the Confessor
- Harald Hardrada
What was the result of the Battle of Hastings?
What was the result of the Battle of Hastings?
- A decisive Norman victory (correct)
- A victory for the English army
- A draw
- The battle was inconclusive
What was the tactic used by the Normans to defeat the English army?
What was the tactic used by the Normans to defeat the English army?
Who was crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066 after the Battle of Hastings?
Who was crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066 after the Battle of Hastings?
Study Notes
The Battle of Hastings
- The Battle of Hastings took place on October 14, 1066.
- The Anglo-Saxon King who fought against William, Duke of Normandy was King Harold II.
- The result of the Battle of Hastings was a decisive Norman victory, marking a significant turning point in English history.
- The Normans employed a tactic known as "feigned flight" to defeat the English army, where they pretended to retreat, enticing the English to pursue them, and then launched a surprise counterattack.
- After the Battle of Hastings, William, Duke of Normandy was crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066.
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"Test Your Knowledge on the Decisive Battle of Hastings in 1066" - Take this quiz and learn about the events leading up to the battle, the key players involved, and the aftermath of the Norman Conquest of England. Challenge yourself with questions on military strategies, historical facts, and cultural impacts of this pivotal moment in British history. Perfect for history buffs and anyone interested in the Middle Ages.
