Yes farmers,farm workers, shepherds, tradesmen,innkeepers alike served in the 'fyrd' the reserve trained army, who could be called out to protect their country for a certain period of time when needed. They fought and died alongside the professional soldiers, 'huscarls'who had pledged to stand and fight to the death around Harold at Sandlake ridge. For a description of the battle in detail with illustration showing Harold with his famous battle axe go to: www.englandandenglishhistory.com
the battle of hastings took place about seven miles away from hastings.
No. The Roman Army had ceased to exist long before the Battle of Hastings.
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Harold Hardraada didn't fight in the battle of Hastings Harold Godwinson did.
the battle of hastings took place about seven miles away from hastings.
No. The Roman Army had ceased to exist long before the Battle of Hastings.
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between Harold godwineson and Williams fight
They were fighting to be the king of England
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they were fighting for who will be the next King.
The Battle of Hastings took place on 14 October 1066.
Harold Hardraada didn't fight in the battle of Hastings Harold Godwinson did.