History Revision for eoy exams Flashcards
Revision (28 cards)
Why did Harold Godwinson want to become king?
He was one of the most powerful men in England. He was also a brave respectable tough soldier. The witan also wanted him to be king. And on the kings deathbed he said that he should be king
witant is the kings royal advisors
Why did Harald Hardrada want to become king?
He was the most feared warrior in Europe, tough, bloodthirsty and he enjoyed watching his enimes suffer
Why did William of Normandy want to become king?
According to William Poitiers Edward the conquer used a scared wish bone and promised he would be the king
Why Harold Godwinson shouldn’t be king
He argued a lot with the king and was even banished for a year
Why Harald Hardrada shouldn’t be king
He raided English coasts many times and when he became the king of Norway he plotted a full scale invasion
Why William of Normandy shouldn’t be king
He was not English. His nickname was William the Bastard because his parents weren’t married to each other. Once a town made fun of his mothers family so he skinned 30 of them alive (very unreasonable crashout)
What makes a good king?
Not being biest
Listening to public
Open mind
Being kind
What did Harold’s army have in the battle of Hastings?
They had the high ground anakin
What did William army have in the battle of Hastings?
They have shared commen relief that god wanted them to win and soldiers promised money and fame
