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A Fyrd is a part of the english army that are farmers and huntsmen, and do not have very good weapons. They also fight on foot and are not very well trained.
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Were the fyrd on harald's side in 1066?
Yes, in limited numbers
What are three types of troops William had in 1066?
Fyrd Cavalry Housecarl Archers Knights
Were the fyrd paid in the Battle of Hastings?
No. The Fyrd used at The Battle of Hastings were not paid, however, the housecarls, warriors also used in the Battle of Hatsings were paid for their services.
How many of the fyrd fought at the battle of Hastings?
around 250
What kind of soldiers were in Harold Godwinson's army?
Actually he had 2 types of soldiers in his army ; 1) Housecarls ; these were professional soldiers , they were well trained & also paid . 2) Fyrd ; these were part time , unpaid soldiers that were called up when the country (England ) was in danger .
Were the fyrd on harald's side in 1066?
Yes, in limited numbers
What are three types of troops William had in 1066?
Fyrd Cavalry Housecarl Archers Knights
What does fyrd mean?
A fyrd was a part time soldier called up in times of war. Housecarls were full time professional soldiers.
Were the fyrd paid in the Battle of Hastings?
No. The Fyrd used at The Battle of Hastings were not paid, however, the housecarls, warriors also used in the Battle of Hatsings were paid for their services.
How many of the fyrd fought at the battle of Hastings?
around 250
What is the diffreence between a housecarl and a fyrd?
housecarl is more skilled and trained
What year was the The Battle of Hastings?
October 14th 1066
What kind of soldiers were in Harold Godwinson's army?
Actually he had 2 types of soldiers in his army ; 1) Housecarls ; these were professional soldiers , they were well trained & also paid . 2) Fyrd ; these were part time , unpaid soldiers that were called up when the country (England ) was in danger .
What is the definetion of a fyrd?
A anglo-saxon milita who was partof army.You had to be gay to enter
What weapons did the fyrd use?
Fyrds mainly use spears shields and swords
Abbreviation for 1066 after the birth of Christ?
1066 A.D. For those who are not religious it would be 1066 C.E. (common era).
What is the roman numberal for 1066?
It is: 1066 = MLXVI
