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What was the reason behind the Battle of Hastings?
A succession struggle
Study Notes
- Battle of Hastings fought on 14 October 1066
- Between Norman-French army of William, Duke of Normandy and English army under King Harold Godwinson
- Norman victory, beginning the Norman Conquest of England
- Background was the death of King Edward the Confessor and a succession struggle
- Harold faced invasions by William, his own brother Tostig, and Norwegian King Harald Hardrada
- Tostig and Hardrada defeated by Harold at Battle of Stamford Bridge
- William landed invasion forces at Pevensey on 28 September 1066
- Harold forced to march south swiftly, gathering forces as he went
- Exact numbers present at the battle are unknown
- William crowned as king on Christmas Day 1066 after further marching and some skirmishes.
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 outcomes of this pivotal clash between the Norman-French army of William and the English army of King Harold Godwinson. From the succession struggle that preceded it to the decisive victory that led to the Norman Conquest of England, this quiz will put your historical expertise to the test. Can you answer questions about the Battle of Hastings and William's coronation as king
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