Battle Of Hastings Flashcards
When did the battle take place
October 14 1066
What is WITAN
The council of the king to approve each new coronation
What qualities would a Medieval king need?
Brave, Strong, Intelligent e.g
Who were the three kings wanting to be king of England in 1066?
Harold Hardraada, William of Normandy, Harold Godwinson
Who was crowned first out of the three?
Harold Godwinson
Who had support from the pope in battle?
William of Normandy
Who was defeated by Harold Godwinson?
Harold Haadrada
Where was Haadrada defeated
Stamford Bridge
Where did William and Godwinsons armies line up
Senlac hill
How many soldiers did each army believed to have?
7,000-8,000
Who had the advantage in the battle?
William because his army was well rested and had more experience in fighting
What rumour spread through the Norman army whilst fighting?
That William had died, but he hadn’t
What did Williams army do on the hill?
They advanced up hill the pretend to retreat so Harold’s army lost their formation
What was the formation that Harold’s army had?
A shield wall
Who won the Battle of Hastings?
William Duke of Normandy
