Battles (key words) Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are some examples of types of fighters
A
Fyrds, housecarls, knights, cavalry, archers, peasantry
2
Q
What are fyrds
A
They are part time soldiers who are called up when needed
3
Q
What are housecarls
A
They were professional and trained in a significant part of king Harold’s army
4
Q
What are knights
A
They are fully armed soldiers who are well trained from childhood
