Yes, William of Normandy, also known as William the Conqueror, utilized archers in his military campaigns, particularly during the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. His forces included a variety of troops, such as infantry, cavalry, and archers, which allowed for a more versatile and effective battlefield strategy. The use of archers played a crucial role in the Siege of Hastings, providing cover and support for his infantry and cavalry.
William of Normandy was especially angry at Harold Godwinson because William was promised the throne by king Edward before dying but Harold got the throne
the Norman army had three types of soldier; spear men cavalry (horsemen) and archers
There were cavalry (horses), foot soldiers and archers
they were well trained and well skilled up and practised before the battle. William made sure he had the best army and no rubbish fighters
There were two Dukes of Normandy named William: William I Longsword was the 2nd Duke of Normandy. William II the Conqueror was the 7th Duke of Normandy (also known as King William I).
Around 8000 Men included cavalry and archers.
William's archers had longbows, which were effective weapons in medieval warfare due to their long range and penetrating power. Longbows were commonly used by English archers in battles such as the Battle of Agincourt.
Harald from Normandy got killed by Harold's men and Harold got killed by William's archers
William of Normandy was especially angry at Harold Godwinson because William was promised the throne by king Edward before dying but Harold got the throne
the Norman army had three types of soldier; spear men cavalry (horsemen) and archers
There were cavalry (horses), foot soldiers and archers
they were well trained and well skilled up and practised before the battle. William made sure he had the best army and no rubbish fighters
He prepared for battle well and organised as he was well set up with horsemen and swords, and archers with arrows. They were hardworking well trained and very skilled.
There were two Dukes of Normandy named William: William I Longsword was the 2nd Duke of Normandy. William II the Conqueror was the 7th Duke of Normandy (also known as King William I).
William of Normandy was king Edwards cousin
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It is thought that William had 3000 cavalry, 1000 archers and the rest infantry. But Harold had no cavalry, fewer archers thus his army was mostly infantry, as he lost most of his troops on the way from Stamford Bridge. So it was most probably William who had more troops. Hope i was a good help :)