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Harold Godwinson lost the throne in 1066 because he made lots of mistakes wear as William of Normandy had lots of cunning plans to get round to the throne. See more details on www.battleofhastings.co.uk
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 10y agoYes Harold Godwinson should of won the crown because he used to have his own army so he would of been good and he had lots and lots and lots of money so he would of been able to help the country by bying;)xx
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∙ 11y agoNo-one deserves to be killed in battle unless they were guilty of horrific crimes against innocent people.
Harold Godwinson was a rich and powerful man who had the backing of most of his peers and he was born in England. He did everything he could to keep the throne including fighting, and beating, an army from Norway which included his brother.
Whether he would have won against William if he hadn't already fought at Stamford Bridge is something which we will never know. As far as is known, Harold didn't do anything to deserve to lose the throne and his only other suitable rival was Edgar, not William.
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∙ 12y agoNo as he worked very hard and had a good strong army and he was a good king and kept england in a good order
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Who were the three main claims on the English throne in 1066?
Harold Godwin/sonHarald hardradaWilliam of Normandy
Who were the four contenders for the English throne after Edwards death?
Harald Hardrada, William of Normandy, Prince Edgar and Harold Godwin.
Who were William the Conqueror's rival contenders?
Harold Godwinson - Powerful English noble and was promised the throne by Edward the Confessor. Harold Haardrada - Promised the throne by an earlier king and was joined by Harold Godwinson brother tostig.
Who was Edward the confessor's cousin?
For the first years of his reign English political life was dominated by Godwin of Wessex, Leofric of Mercia and Siward of Northumbria. Godwin became the most important of these when Edward married his daughter Edith in 1045. Godwin hoped that his daughter would have a son but Edward had taken a vow of celibacy and it soon became clear that the couple would not produce an heir to the throne.
How did Harold godwin claim the thrown in 1066?
Harold ii (Harold Godwinson) the last Anglo-Saxon King of England, claimed that he had been promised the throne by his predecessor, Edward the Confessor. However, William, Duke of Normandy, made the same claim and was incensed when Harold took the throne. He amassed an army and invaded England in October 1066. Harold and William's armies fought a decisive battle at Senlac Hill (near the town of Hastings) on 14th October where Harold was mortally wounded. William was then crowned King of England and became known as William the Conqueror.
Who were the three main claims on the English throne in 1066?
Harold Godwin/sonHarald hardradaWilliam of Normandy
Why was Harold godwin so famous?
Because he claimed the throne once, he has a great army. He was English He was good at fighting in battles.
Who were the four contenders for the English throne after Edwards death?
Harald Hardrada, William of Normandy, Prince Edgar and Harold Godwin.
Did Harold of Wesex deserve to loose the throne of England?
no
Who were the claims to the throne in 1066?
William of Normandy Harold Godwin Edgar the Atheling Harald Hadrada
Who was Harold Godwin scared of?
He was probably scared of William of Normandy because he wanted to take his place on the throne.
Why did William duke of Normandy think he could be king?
Because Harold Godwin Promised William the Throne and William Agreed with Edward the Confessor to become king
Who were William and Harold before they fought for the throne?
Harold was the new King of England - a Saxon, and son of the powerful Earl Godwin. William was Duke of Normandy, who claimed that he had been offered the heirdom by Edward the Confessor, with whom he had friendly relations.
When did William the conquer declare war?
1066 aganst Harold Godwinson for the English throne
Who were William the Conqueror's rival contenders?
Harold Godwinson - Powerful English noble and was promised the throne by Edward the Confessor. Harold Haardrada - Promised the throne by an earlier king and was joined by Harold Godwinson brother tostig.
What are some of the claims that Harold Godwin had to the throne of England?
I don't know complitely but I do know that one of the reasons he had it was because he had alot of help from the royal counial (witan). Hope that was a help x
Who was Edward the confessor's cousin?
For the first years of his reign English political life was dominated by Godwin of Wessex, Leofric of Mercia and Siward of Northumbria. Godwin became the most important of these when Edward married his daughter Edith in 1045. Godwin hoped that his daughter would have a son but Edward had taken a vow of celibacy and it soon became clear that the couple would not produce an heir to the throne.
