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Who fought in the Battle of Hastings?
Who fought in the Battle of Hastings?
The Norman-French army of William, the Duke of Normandy, and an English army under the Anglo-Saxon King Harold Godwinson.
What event led to the battle?
What event led to the battle?
The death of the childless King Edward the Confessor in January 1066, which set up a succession struggle between several claimants to his throne.
Where did the battle take place?
Where did the battle take place?
The battle took place approximately 7 mi (11 km) northwest of Hastings, close to the present-day town of Battle, East Sussex.
What tactics did the Normans adopt during the battle?
What tactics did the Normans adopt during the battle?
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Who was crowned as king after the battle?
Who was crowned as king after the battle?
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"Test your knowledge of the historic Battle of Hastings! From the Norman-French army led by William, to the English army under King Harold Godwinson, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the events that led up to the Norman Conquest of England. Discover the background of this famous battle and its impact on English history. Take the quiz now and see if you can emerge victorious, just like the Normans did on that fateful day!"
