The succession crisis of 1066 (OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project)): Quizzes
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On what date did Edward the Confessor die?
On what date did Edward the Confessor die?
5 January 1066
When was Harold Godwinson crowned king?
When was Harold Godwinson crowned king?
6 January 1066
In what year did Harold's embassy to Normandy take place?
In what year did Harold's embassy to Normandy take place?
1064/5
According to Normans, why did Harold come to France?
According to Normans, why did Harold come to France?
To tell William that Edward chose him
What did Anglo-Saxons claim was Harold's purpose in Normandy?
What did Anglo-Saxons claim was Harold's purpose in Normandy?
Negotiate release of brother & nephew
What did Harold promise William in his oath?
What did Harold promise William in his oath?
Support William's claim to throne
When was an agreement supposedly made between William and Edward?
When was an agreement supposedly made between William and Edward?
About 1051
Who backed William, Duke of Normandy's claim?
Who backed William, Duke of Normandy's claim?
The Pope
How many warriors did Harald Hardrada command?
How many warriors did Harald Hardrada command?
15,000 warriors
What does 'Aethling' mean?
What does 'Aethling' mean?
Prince of royal blood
What was Harold Godwinson's relationship to Edward?
What was Harold Godwinson's relationship to Edward?
Brother-in-law
What was the basis of Harold Godwinson's claim?
What was the basis of Harold Godwinson's claim?
Appointed by Edward on deathbed
Who elected Harold Godwinson as king?
Who elected Harold Godwinson as king?
The Witan
Where did Harold position forces to defend against Normandy?
Where did Harold position forces to defend against Normandy?
Along the south coast