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The contenders of the throne were Edgar Aethling ( Edward the Comnfessors closest blood relative alive at the time), William Duke of Normandy ( William I), Harald Hardraada and Harold Godwinson. I have no clue why they wanted it but it was probably because they wanted to be king.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agothe three contenders were Harald hardrada Harold Godwinson William of Normandy
there claims to the throne were
Harald
his viking ancestors had taken the country before and while they were king and queen they gave birth to his mum
Harold Godwinson
the only British contender backed up by the wicken(the council)
William
claimed that Edward the confessor promised him the throne before he died
hope that enough info :) yay I'm happy face
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∙ 12y agoi think it was harald hardrada, William duke of Normandy and Harold godwineson
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∙ 14y agoBecause the king had no son's to carry on the throne xx
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∙ 11y agoIn the year 1066, England was invaded by William the Conqueror from the north of France (the Normandy region). The invasion was successful and thus, a new ruling dynasty was founded.
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∙ 9y agoWilliam of Normandy
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Who wanted the throne of England in 1066?
There were 3 main contenders for the throne. They were: # William of Normandy # Hararld Haddrada # Harold Godwineson
Who was the fourth contender for the throne in 1066?
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Why was there no direct heir to the throne in 1066?
There is a direct heir to the throne Prince Charles the Prince of Wales.
Who did the gunpowder plotters want on the throne?
they wanted a Catholic monarch on the throne they wanted a Catholic monarch on the throne
After what battle did William take the England throne?
It is known as the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
Who wanted the throne of England in 1066?
There were 3 main contenders for the throne. They were: # William of Normandy # Hararld Haddrada # Harold Godwineson
When did the Normans conquer England?
Diarmuid McMorrough, a former king of Ireland, who wanted help to get his throne back, in 1169.
Who was the fourth contender for the throne in 1066?
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What justification did William have contesting the English throne in 1066?
he said edward promised him the throne
What was the kings name that died which made everyone fight for the throne in 1066?
Edward the Confessor (1042-1066)
In 1066 who invaded England for the throne in 1066?
William of Normandy, William the Conqueror, William the Bastard, William I.
What caused the people of the north to rebel 1066?
They wanted Prince Edgar to rule England as he was Harold Godwinson's cousin and had rights to the throne.
What year did Harold come to the throne?
5th January 1066
What was the problem in 1066 when Edward died?
He had promised three people the throne
Why was there no direct heir to the throne in 1066?
There is a direct heir to the throne Prince Charles the Prince of Wales.
Who did the gunpowder plotters want on the throne?
they wanted a Catholic monarch on the throne they wanted a Catholic monarch on the throne
How long was William I on the throne?
25th December 1066 - 9th September 1087.
