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King Harald hardhradi of Norway had an army of 15.000 men on 300 ships when he invaded England.

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Harolds army was large but William Duke of Normandy army was even bigger.

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Which Harold at the Battle of Stamford Bridge had the stronger army and armor?

Well, it is assumed to be Harold Godwin. The English army was more powerful, the Norse army was virtually destroyed in the battle.


What was Harold Godwinsons army called?

It was called the Saxon or English army.


How many people is in Harold Goodwin's army?

25


How many miles did Harold Godwinson march his army?

Harold godwinson marched 250 miles


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.

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What happened to Hardradas army?

Most men were killed in the battle of Stamford bridge .the rest were aloud to return


Why did Harold Harada die?

Harold Harada died because he was in war so what would you expect


Was Harold Godwinson's army weak against William the Duke's army?

Yes, mainly because Harold Godwinson had to fight against William - Right after fighting with Harold Hadraada. By then their army was exhausted.


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 :)


What was Harold's army like at the battle of hastings?

Harold was very unlucky in The Battle of Hastings because his army was poorly disciplined and they were very tired because they had just been fighting in the North. You can tell that his army were badly disciplined because whenever William's army pretended to retreat, Harold's army followed, meaning it was easy for them to be killed. Harold however, was a good leader just due to the failure of his army he was not able to use them as best as he could.


How did king Harold heard about Williams army?

There is much legend about how King Harold heard about William's army approaching. Basically, he was told through the grapevine to expect the coming of the army.


Which Harold at the Battle of Stamford Bridge had the stronger army and armor?

Well, it is assumed to be Harold Godwin. The English army was more powerful, the Norse army was virtually destroyed in the battle.


What was Harold Godwinsons army called?

It was called the Saxon or English army.


How many people is in Harold Goodwin's army?

25


What were the weaknesses of Harold and the English army?

yes he was English


How many miles did Harold Godwinson march his army?

Harold godwinson marched 250 miles