The Battle of Hastings, viewed as the start of medieval England, was fought in what year?
The Battle of Hastings was fought in 1066. The English army, commanded by King Harold II (Harold Godwinson, Earl of Wessex), was defeated by Norman-French forces commanded by Duke William II of Normandy. Duke William claimed the English throne following the death of King Edward, but Harold Godwinson attempted to keep the English throne within England and was declared King September 1066. The following month, Duke William invaded England, defeated and killed King Harold in battle. December 1066, Duke William was declared King of England.
What are your thoughts on this subject?
18 Comments
Fred Keogh
I believe it was THE most remembered date in British history. I'm not too sure now as history seems to be slipping out of our School curriculum in the UK.
Ian Swindale
It is always said that 1066 is one of the very few historical dates that the British know
Chris Braid
Used to be something every British schoolkid knew. Now...not so much!
Tom Knox
The Norman conquest of William over the Anglo-Saxons.
earlepg
Ian Swindale, The last successful invasion of England.
earlepg
Fred Keogh, Just as in the U.S.. Makes it even easier for history to repeat itself.
earlepg
Pat Wells, There have been women warriors also.
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Dan Barnett, Gregorian or Julian calendar?
Pat Wells
All the wars throughout the centuries. If women had been in charge, the phrase would be. . All the peace throughout the centuries.
Dan Barnett
Could have asked what date, rather than which year, would have been a little more interesting.
14th October by the way.
Elsy O. Stromberg
Albeck Wilson-Smith, Yes, a lot easier.
Joseph A. Robitaille
I have been there and it is a well known fact.
Allan McIntosh
Year of the three battles.
scottlarock
now you're talking my language...
George Oliver Prince
Probably one of the most important dates in history