Norman England 1006 - 1100 Flashcards
(20 cards)
What did Edward prove?
The country could be run in peace
What system did England use which made it possible for people to get rich
Minting system (so money could be swapped)
TRUE/FALSE The Godwin family was powerful
TRUE
EVIDENCE: Prove the Godwinson’s were powerful
When they argued with the King they were given land instead of being punished
What piece of England was Harold given
Wessex
How did England have links with Normandy
King Edwards mother was sister to the Duke of Normandy
Who was Edward hiding from in Norway
Cnut
What wasn’t clear when Edward died
Who would become king
What is the Witan
Kings council
Who was the only Saxon to have a blood claim to the throne
Edgar
what was a ‘weakness’ that people said Edgar had
He was only a boy so people didn’t think he was old enough for responsibility
What was Harold Hardrada’s claim
His father had a claim from Edward
What was the alleged claim of Hardrada’s dad
He promised to make him king
What was Harold Godwinson claim?
Edward asked him to be King
who was there when Edward died
Harold
What was claimed that Harold agreed
That William should one day one king
who were the 4 claims to the throne
Edgar, William, Harold G and Harald H
Name a main cause why William was able to win at the battle of Hastings
He prepared very well
How did William prepare
He persuaded the Pope to back his cause which meant his men believed they were fighting for a holy cause.
