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Why did they fight in the Battle of Hastings?

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William of Normandy invaded England in 1066 when the old English king died, claiming the crown of England had been promised to him. The new English King Harold II met him on the coast to prevent him invading but William's men beat Harold's and William proclaimed himself king.

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