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What king led the English army in the battle of Hastings?
King Harold.
Who was better equipped in the Battle of Hastings?
The Normans were the better equipped because they brought cavalry horses across the channel in their invasion fleet. The saxon English were fighting on foot and were still recovering from fighting other Vikings in Yorkshire and a 250 march south to meet William.
What does the name Harold mean?
In England, Harold means army commander. Army, weald power. Derivative of Hereweald. Famous Bearers: King Harold II of England who was killed in the Battle of Hastings in 1066. In Scandinavia, Harold means army ruler.
What was Harold Hadrada?
a viking who invaded Britain in 1066 to take the throne from Harold Godwinson and become king, but Harold Godwinson and his army defeated Harold Hardrada and his army and the battle of Stamford bridge. hope this helps :)
Who did King Harold fight against at Stamford Bridge?
The Vikings, as the northern earls (who were supposed to defeat them) were destroyed by Harald Haardrada's (the Viking King) army, forcing Harold's army to travel north and destroy them.
What was Williams reaction when Harold Godwinson was crowned king of England in 1066?
he went to war
Williams good luck in the Battle of Hastings?
William defeated King Harold at the Battle of Hastings
What other soldiers did Harold have in his army?
Harold had the housecarls and they were equipped and paid for by the king also their are the Fryds and they are usually farmers or work in town!
Who killed King Harold?
On the Bayeux Tapestry it is shown that Harold got an arrow in the eye. I have heard it said he was actually killed in Melee against the Norman cavalry, probably by sword strike.
Who fpught in the battle of Stanford Bridge?
The English army under King Harold Godwinson fought and won the Battle of Stamford Bridge, against an invading Norwegian army led by King Harald Hardrada, and Harold's brother, Tostig Godwinson.
Who was at the Battle of Hastings?
The Norman invasion army of William of Normandy was met by King Harold of England.
What did king Harold do when William had landed near Hastings?
Formed an army and marched south to do battle with him.
