The Battle of Stamford Bridge (AQA GCSE History): Quizzes
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On what date was the Battle of Stamford Bridge fought?
On what date was the Battle of Stamford Bridge fought?
25 September 1066
How many ships did Harald Hardrada bring when he invaded northern England?
How many ships did Harald Hardrada bring when he invaded northern England?
300 ships
Who was Tostig in relation to King Harold Godwinson?
Who was Tostig in relation to King Harold Godwinson?
His brother
On what date was the Battle of Fulford fought?
On what date was the Battle of Fulford fought?
20 September 1066
How far did Harold march from London to Yorkshire?
How far did Harold march from London to Yorkshire?
200 miles in under a week
Why were the Vikings unprepared at Stamford Bridge?
Why were the Vikings unprepared at Stamford Bridge?
They weren't wearing chain-mail armour
Which two leaders were killed at the Battle of Stamford Bridge?
Which two leaders were killed at the Battle of Stamford Bridge?
Hardrada and Tostig
Where was the Battle of Fulford fought?
Where was the Battle of Fulford fought?
Near York
What happened to York after the Battle of Fulford?
What happened to York after the Battle of Fulford?
It surrendered to the Vikings
What historical age did the Battle of Stamford Bridge end?
What historical age did the Battle of Stamford Bridge end?
The Viking Age
What position had Tostig previously held before his exile?
What position had Tostig previously held before his exile?
Earl of Northumbria
What was a key consequence of victory at Stamford Bridge for Harold?
What was a key consequence of victory at Stamford Bridge for Harold?
His army was exhausted and weakened