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Harold Godwinson needed to be king because he was a very negotiating man and he believed that he could negotiate with all his people if he became king. He wanted the best for England and (he thought) to achieve this he should become king! He wanted peace across England.
Harold Godwinson believed he should be king because he was the only englishman out of the 4 others, which were: Prince Edgar, Harold Godwinson, Duke William and Harald Hardrada.
He also was the King's (Edward the Confessor) Army Genral. He was a very important English noble, t'was married to Edward's sister. On Edwards death bed he chose Harold to be the next king; but he was the only person there so if that is true or not ... NOBODY KNOWS But he did rebel against Edward in 1051
Prince Edgar: He was the King's nephew so therefore the nearest blood relative. But he was only 14 and lived in Hungary.
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∙ 15y agoBecause he was promised by edward the confessor and he was an earl and he was the late kings brother in-law, also he wanted the best for England and (he thought) by achieving this he should become king. He wanted peace across England! :D
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∙ 9y agoHarold Godwinson lived during the 11th century in England. He wanted to be king because he believed that he would be the strongest ruler and wanted to unite the factions and bring peace.
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∙ 12y agobecause he was promised the throne
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Why did Tostig want revenge against Harold Godwinson?
Because he was jealous that his brother Harold was king and he wanted to king. so it was just jealousy
Who was on Harold Godwinson's side?
The people who lived in England and didn't want "Norman Overlords".
Why did William want to kill Harold?
You need to be clearer on which HaroldHarold Hadrada or Harold Godwinson. but William foughtand killed Harold g because he couldn't claim the throne until Harold g was dead. so he Killed Harold to become king.does that answer your question
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.
How did feudalism spread to England?
china
Why did Tostig want revenge against Harold Godwinson?
Because he was jealous that his brother Harold was king and he wanted to king. so it was just jealousy
Why do you thing Harold godwinson should be king?
In my opinion he should have been king because Edward the confessor said he could be next in line also William the conqueror forced Harold to make an oath he didn't want to make.
Who was on Harold Godwinson's side?
The people who lived in England and didn't want "Norman Overlords".
Why did William want to kill Harold?
You need to be clearer on which HaroldHarold Hadrada or Harold Godwinson. but William foughtand killed Harold g because he couldn't claim the throne until Harold g was dead. so he Killed Harold to become king.does that answer your question
Why did Harald Hardraosda want to become king?
harold hardraosda wanted to become king because hes ansestar was a king and he wanted the most power
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.
Why did Harold want to become king battle of Hastings?
he could rule all of England and King Edward the confessor
What did Harold godwinson and his army want to achieve?
They wanted to force the Normans to attack them uphill, crush them in a decisive open battle, and drive them from England, thereby securing Harold's otherwise illegitimate claim to the English Throne and prevent William from becoming King.
How did feudalism spread to England?
china
Why did Harold hadrada want to be englands king?
Because England was powerful then and Harold Godwinsons (King Of England) brother told Harold Hardrada he would make a good king .
Why did Harold Godwinson William Edgar and Harold Hardrada want to be Kink of England?
Apparently in 1051 Edward the confessor had named William as the heir Harold Godwin(son). His sister was married to Edward and Harold had helped Edward fight many battles during his reign.Edgar the Atheling was the nearest blood relative to Edward and so felt almost challenged to become king. Harald Hardrada's ancestors were kings of England previously so he felt he had the right to be king.They obviously were all megalomaniacs and were obsessed with power.
Why did tostig want harald hardrada to be king?
Because he didn't like the fact that his brother (Harold Godwineson) was king.
