Invasion and victory (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Quizzes
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When did Edward the Confessor die?
When did Edward the Confessor die?
5 January 1066
When was Harold Godwinson crowned king?
When was Harold Godwinson crowned king?
6 January 1066
Why was there a succession crisis in 1066?
Why was there a succession crisis in 1066?
Edward & Edith had no children
When did Harold's embassy to Normandy occur?
When did Harold's embassy to Normandy occur?
1064/5
What did the Normans claim was the purpose of Harold's embassy?
What did the Normans claim was the purpose of Harold's embassy?
To tell William Edward chose him as heir
What did Harold swear to William during his time in Normandy?
What did Harold swear to William during his time in Normandy?
To support William's claim to the throne
Who backed William, Duke of Normandy's claim to the throne?
Who backed William, Duke of Normandy's claim to the throne?
The Pope
How many warriors did Harald Hardrada have at his command?
How many warriors did Harald Hardrada have at his command?
15,000 warriors
What does 'Aethling' mean?
What does 'Aethling' mean?
Prince of royal blood
What was the basis of Harold Godwinson's claim to the throne?
What was the basis of Harold Godwinson's claim to the throne?
Edward appointed him on his deathbed
What was Harold Godwinson's relationship to Edward?
What was Harold Godwinson's relationship to Edward?
His brother-in-law
Where did Harold position forces to defend against Norman attack?
Where did Harold position forces to defend against Norman attack?
Along the south coast