History Revision - Battle of Hastings

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What year was the Battle of Hastings?

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1066

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Who was the ruler of the Norman Conquest, who then became King of England

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William the Conqueror

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Who was the ruler of the native side of the battle?

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Harold Godwinson

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What battle had preceded meaning the British Army had been weakened?

The battle was between Harold Godwinson and Harold Hardrada.

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The Battle of Stanford Bridge

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What was the reason the Battle of Hastings started?

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When William the Duke of Normandy discovered Harold Godwinson had received the British Crown, he was angry as he beleived he deserved the crown. This sparked anger in William, which led to the Battle of Hastings.

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What delayed the Battle?

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He planned to invade in August, but due to poor weather conditions he had to delay and wait until September.

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What famous 11th century French Tapestry depicts the Norman Invasion?

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The Bayeux tapestry