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William defeated King Harold at The Battle of Hastings in 1066 AD.

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He crossed the channel on the 28th of September, 1066 and he defeated king Harold at the Battle of Hastings on the 14th of October.

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William of Normandy and Harald Hardrada did not fight. Harald Hardrada was killed in battle about two weeks before the Battle of Hastings, where William fought and defeated Harold Godwinson.

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In the year 1066. This is one of the most famous dates in English history.

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Senlac Hill in Hastings. 1066 ad.

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Senlac hill (near Hastings)

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Why did Harold godwinson run north?

Harold Godwinson had to defeat Harold Hardrada's army of Viking invaders at the Battle of Stamford bridge before he could deal with William the Conqueror.


What side was Harold godwinson on in 1066?

Harold Godwinson was the king/military commander of the Saxons that tried to defeat William the Conqueror and keep the Saxons in charge of England.


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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.


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Englishman Harold Godwinson became king of England after the death of Edward the Confessor. The King of Norway as well as William of Normandy (who would defeat King Harold and take the throne of England) were not native to England.


What is Name of the king in 1065 in England?

First was Edward the Confessor and after he died it was Harold Godwinson and then William the Conqueror.


Who took throne afer defeat of Harold?

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When did William defeat England's King Harold at the Battle of Hastings?

The Battle of Hastings was fought on 14 October 1066. William of Normandy defeated King Harold II, who was killed, and William became King of England.


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The normans defeated Harold Godwinson's army in the battle of Hastings. Hope that helps!! :) Unknown Person ;)


What problem did Harold godwinson face?

He failed with relations with his brother Tostig and he was unable to defeat William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings.


Was Harold Godwinson responsible for his own defeat?

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