No, because the 15 earls that were supposed to be loyal to him were instead rebelling against him.
1. Not a single source mentions the alleged oath made by Harold godwin.2. The bayeux tapestry was completed thirteen years after Harold's alleged oath.3. William liked to keep hostage. They were a good way of insuring loyalty among his enemies.4. An oath that was made in secret did not count.5. The Norman sources cannot agree where the oath took place or what was agreed.(by the way i don't know weather this true)
yes but he died a bit young
Edward the Confessor was the ruler of England. Edward was the son of King Ethelred the Unready. This did not mean that he was unprepared, but rather that he was stubborn and wilful, and would not accept rede, meaning advice or counsel. He is called "Edward the Confessor" to distinguish him from another King of England, Edward the Martyr (c962-979), who was assassinated (presumably by someone who wished to place Edward's younger half-brother on the throne), and who came to be regarded, on doubtful grounds, as a martyr for the faith. People had a prayer they always say which went "O God, who called your servant Edward to an an earthly throne That he might advance your heavenly kingdom, and gave him zeal for your Church and love for your people: Mercifully grant that we who commemorate him this day may be fruitful in good works, and attain to the glorious crown of your saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever." People in England were all Christian, there were many churches too. One and a half million people live in England. Most people live in villages, there's only 7 towns with 2,500 people. 98% of the population lived in poverty. The poor were farmers and wealthy people made money from export of wool.
His reign is known for its peaceful nature. But his succession issue led the the invasion of the Normans in 1066.
England Has never been a good country to invade at any time the channel crossing has made it impossible to do for a thousand years, The problem in 1066 was the fact that Harold had taken the English throne and William felt he had a better claim. Some historians believe that Harold may have even promised William that he would not oppose his kingship in an earlier political agreement that he decided to ignore thus infuriating William to invade. As for Hardrada well he was a viking and he loved a bit of rape and pillage but England wasnt good for him to invade because he lost
Well, he was born in England he had a good army and he was promised the throne by Edward the Confessor.
1. Not a single source mentions the alleged oath made by Harold godwin.2. The bayeux tapestry was completed thirteen years after Harold's alleged oath.3. William liked to keep hostage. They were a good way of insuring loyalty among his enemies.4. An oath that was made in secret did not count.5. The Norman sources cannot agree where the oath took place or what was agreed.(by the way i don't know weather this true)
He had lots of expirence being in charge, as he was the earl of wessexHe was strong, and a good soldierHe was a good age to be king (not too young- not too old)He was promised to throne by Edward the confessor
yes but he died a bit young
Edward the Confessor was the ruler of England. Edward was the son of King Ethelred the Unready. This did not mean that he was unprepared, but rather that he was stubborn and wilful, and would not accept rede, meaning advice or counsel. He is called "Edward the Confessor" to distinguish him from another King of England, Edward the Martyr (c962-979), who was assassinated (presumably by someone who wished to place Edward's younger half-brother on the throne), and who came to be regarded, on doubtful grounds, as a martyr for the faith. People had a prayer they always say which went "O God, who called your servant Edward to an an earthly throne That he might advance your heavenly kingdom, and gave him zeal for your Church and love for your people: Mercifully grant that we who commemorate him this day may be fruitful in good works, and attain to the glorious crown of your saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever." People in England were all Christian, there were many churches too. One and a half million people live in England. Most people live in villages, there's only 7 towns with 2,500 people. 98% of the population lived in poverty. The poor were farmers and wealthy people made money from export of wool.
His reign is known for its peaceful nature. But his succession issue led the the invasion of the Normans in 1066.
England Has never been a good country to invade at any time the channel crossing has made it impossible to do for a thousand years, The problem in 1066 was the fact that Harold had taken the English throne and William felt he had a better claim. Some historians believe that Harold may have even promised William that he would not oppose his kingship in an earlier political agreement that he decided to ignore thus infuriating William to invade. As for Hardrada well he was a viking and he loved a bit of rape and pillage but England wasnt good for him to invade because he lost
When Cromwell died,his son was suppose to control England. Though people kicked him out and bought King Charles II who was a good king!
One of the strengths that Harold Godwinson had was that he was a good leader. He was also courageous, and a good speaker. He could get others to follow his lead.
The word Edward is a proper noun, a person's name. A proper noun is always capitalized. Some examples are:Edward ScissorhandsEdward G. Robinson, actorEdward Jones Financial ServicesPrince Edward Island, CanadaPrince Edward, Earl of WessexEdward Burns, actorPrince Edward County, VASt. Edward's University, Austin TXSaint Edward (Edward the Confessor)Edward Street, Sheffield UKGeneral Edwards Bridge, Revere MAProfessor Edward Rivera, City College, New York NYEdward Lloyd, Lloyd's Coffee House (Lloyd's of London)Edward R. Murrow, Good Night and Good LuckEdward the King, ATV SeriesEdward Jenner, inventor of vaccinationEdwards Air Force Base, California USAEdward Paul Jones, author (2003 Pulitzer Prize)Edward Creek, SA, AustraliaEdward's Coffee Shop, Glen Cove NYEdward Thomas, poetDave Edwards, goalkeeperEdward's Syndrome, genetic disorderEdward's Boatyard, East Falmouth MASt. Edward's Church of England School and Sixth Form College, Romford UK
King William "the conquerer" of Normandy took the throne of England from King Harold of the Saxons he was a good king
AnswerHarold Godwinson claimed that, whilst on his deathbed, Edward had wished for him to be the next king. However the only witness was Edward's wife. Harold could also claim he deserved the throne as he was the only English candidate, he and his family ruled/owned most of the country anyway.He also is related to the king; his sister is the kings wife. King Edward said "I command my wife (your sister)and all of my kingdom to your care." All the monks wanted him aswellHarald Hardrada related to King Cnut and his sons who the previous kings. He was popular with people living in the North of England, many of whom were decended from Nordic families.He had no blood relation to the king.