Viking Invasion, 1066

Question 1

How many ships did Harald bring to England in 1066?

Answer 1

300

Question 2

How many soldiers did Harald bring to England in 1066?

Answer 2

10000

Question 3

Which fights did the Vikings partake in 1066?

Answer 3

❖The Battle of Gate Fulford against the brothers Edwin and Morcar, Earls of Mercia and Northumbria, was a resounding defeat for the Anglo-Saxons.

❖The Battle of Stamford Bridge, against King Harold and his army, led to defeat for the Vikings.