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How long did it take Harold godwinson to march down to the south to meet William?
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∙ 13y ago
Well, if Harold and his army marched about 250 miles in total, and about 50 miles a day to meet William, it would have taken him about 5 days to get there.
I think he marched somewhere between 30 miles and 50 miles a day, but im not certain.
actually harolds car was faster than an enzo farrari so he got ther in 5 hours to 16 hours
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∙ 8y agohe marched up to 50 miles a day down south to fight against William in The Battle of Hastings
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∙ 12y agoAbout 250 miles
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Who became king after Harold haadrada?
Harold Haadrada did not become King of England. (CORRECTION!) He was killed by the legitimate King of England, Harold Godwinson (Harold I), at Stamford Bridge. King Harold then had to march South to face William of Normandy, and was killed at Hastings. William then became King, and his successors have been on the throne ever since.
Was the Battle of Stamford Bridge true?
yes, in 1066 Harold Hardrada was slayed by Harold Godwinson on 11th October at around around 12pm that's when a messenger came and told Godwinson that William of Normandy had arrived in the south so Harold had to take his men down to the south.
Did Harold Godwinson rush into war with William the Conqueror?
Not really. After he was crowned king Harrald Hardrada (a Viking competitor for the throne) invaded England but Harold Godwinson's army fought them off. While Harold's army was in the north William invaded the south. Harold's army marched south and fought the Normans near Hastings. The English were tired and not as well equipped as the Normans who won the battle, killed Harold and took over England. Harold didn't want to fight but had no choice.
What part of England did Harold Godwinson rule?
harold godwinson ruled part of wessex but in not sure what part of wesex. i think it was south east
What where the causes of the Battle of Hastings?
The battle of Hastings was caused by a dispute over rule of England. When Edward the confessor died on January 5th 1066, there were three main candidates for the throne. Earl of Wessex, Harold Godwinson, Duke of Normandy, William the conqueror and Harald Hadraada, a Viking king. Harold Godwinson was given the crown, but then Harald Hadraada attacked at Stamford bridge, in Yorkshire in the north of England. Harold Godwinson and his army defeated Harald Hadraada, and then received news that William was attacking in the south, and had set up a fort at a place later called Battle. Harold Godwinson and his army headed south to the battle of Hastings. He is defeated and William claims the throne of England. William invaded because years earlier, Harold Godwinson had been shipwrecked in Normandy and William had held him captive until he swore a sacred oath to support William's claim to the throne. When Harold took power, William said he had broken his oath and turned the invasion into a crusade, this ensured that more men would come to fight for him.
Who became king after Harold haadrada?
Harold Haadrada did not become King of England. (CORRECTION!) He was killed by the legitimate King of England, Harold Godwinson (Harold I), at Stamford Bridge. King Harold then had to march South to face William of Normandy, and was killed at Hastings. William then became King, and his successors have been on the throne ever since.
What was Harold godwinsons journey like from the north to south?
Harold Godwinson had to quickly march a tired and weakened army south to face William Duke of Normandy. The victory at the Battle of Stamford Bridge had depleted his army and resulted in defeat at the Battle of Hastings.
Was the Battle of Stamford Bridge true?
yes, in 1066 Harold Hardrada was slayed by Harold Godwinson on 11th October at around around 12pm that's when a messenger came and told Godwinson that William of Normandy had arrived in the south so Harold had to take his men down to the south.
Did Harold Godwinson rush into war with William the Conqueror?
Not really. After he was crowned king Harrald Hardrada (a Viking competitor for the throne) invaded England but Harold Godwinson's army fought them off. While Harold's army was in the north William invaded the south. Harold's army marched south and fought the Normans near Hastings. The English were tired and not as well equipped as the Normans who won the battle, killed Harold and took over England. Harold didn't want to fight but had no choice.
What part of England did Harold Godwinson rule?
harold godwinson ruled part of wessex but in not sure what part of wesex. i think it was south east
Who invaded in 1066 and where they come from?
Harald Hardrada invaded the north and was killed by the new king Harold godwinson then William of Normandy attacked in the south and won.
What where the causes of the Battle of Hastings?
The battle of Hastings was caused by a dispute over rule of England. When Edward the confessor died on January 5th 1066, there were three main candidates for the throne. Earl of Wessex, Harold Godwinson, Duke of Normandy, William the conqueror and Harald Hadraada, a Viking king. Harold Godwinson was given the crown, but then Harald Hadraada attacked at Stamford bridge, in Yorkshire in the north of England. Harold Godwinson and his army defeated Harald Hadraada, and then received news that William was attacking in the south, and had set up a fort at a place later called Battle. Harold Godwinson and his army headed south to the battle of Hastings. He is defeated and William claims the throne of England. William invaded because years earlier, Harold Godwinson had been shipwrecked in Normandy and William had held him captive until he swore a sacred oath to support William's claim to the throne. When Harold took power, William said he had broken his oath and turned the invasion into a crusade, this ensured that more men would come to fight for him.
What was battle of Hastings about?
Well after Edward the confessor died there were 3 people who thought that they should be king as he did not have any children to reign. Harold Godwinson, Harald Hardraada and William of Normandy (becomes William the Conqueror). Harold Godwinson crowned himself about 3 days after Edward the Confessor died. Then the 2 other men fought. First Harald Hardraada and Harold Godwinson (he won this battle) and it was called the Battle of Standford Bridge. Then Harold Godwinson and William of Normandy and William won. That battle was called the battle of Hastings as it was down south in Hastings. Then when William won he crowned himself on Christmas day! He then became William the Conqueror! Hope this helped! Sorry if I got some things wrong because I'm only 10! :) :)
Did Harold godwinson have to travel south after the battle of stamford bridge?
12 days
Where did William set up a castle and wait for king Harold?
Harold Godwinson had spent the summer waiting on the South Coast for Duke William of Normandy to attack! after a while he returned to London because there was no sign of William, but when he returned he was shocked to hear that Harald Hardrada had attacked Yorkshire with Harolds younger brother, Tostig Godwinson. so Harold marched his army 2000 miles to attack the Norman army (thats 40 miles a day) Amazingly his army made it there in 5 days and the Normans were NOT prepared for them! :) Hope this helps
Who 3 men claimed the English throne in 1066?
Harold Godwinson, the Saxon Earl of Wessex, Hereford and East Anglia was one (who seized the throne on the death of Edward the Confessor). The King of Norway and self claimed (though not recognised) King of Denmark, Harold Hardrada also claimed the English throne, declaring it for the Vikings. And finally William, Duke of Normandy, who would win the Battle of Hastings and become King William I (or William the Conqueror as he is commonly known.) Harold Hardrada landed in the North of England with a Viking army but was beaten by Harold Godwinson and his Saxon army at the Battle of Stamford Bridge, Hardrada died on the battlefield. After victory Harold Godwinson heard that William of Normandy had landed on the South coast and so he swiftly marched his army southwards, losing many who could not keep up along the way. Doing incredible speed he met the Norman army of William a few miles from Hastings and lined his exhausted men up for another battle. The Battle of Hastings was won by William and Harold Godwinson died on the field of battle, the last Saxon king. William, Duke of Normandy became King of England and the first Norman King.
What date did Harold God win march to meet William of Normandy in the south of England?
1066 but he didnt win.
