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Who was Harold Godwinson fighting against in the Battle of Hastings?
The Norman-French army of William
Study Notes
- The Battle of Hastings was fought on October 14, 1066.
- It was fought between the Norman-French army of William and the English army under King Harold Godwinson.
- The battle took place near Battle, East Sussex and was a decisive Norman victory.
- The battle was a part of the Norman Conquest of England.
- The death of King Edward the Confessor set up a succession struggle between several claimants to his throne.
- Harold faced invasions by William, his own brother Tostig, and the Norwegian King Harald Hardrada.
- William landed his invasion forces in the south of England at Pevensey on September 28, 1066.
- The battle lasted from about 9 am to dusk.
- Harold's death, probably near the end of the battle, led to the retreat and defeat of most of his army.
- William was crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066.
Test your knowledge of the Battle of Hastings, a pivotal event in English history that led to the Norman Conquest. From the date of the battle to the key players involved, this quiz will challenge your understanding of this historic event. See how much you know about the tactics used, the reasons for the conflict, and the impact of the Norman victory. Take the quiz and discover if you're a true history buff!
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