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Harald Hardraada - Viking

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Who were William's enemies in the Battle of Hastings?

Harold Godwinson and Harald hardraada


Who were the leaders at the battle of Stamford Bridge?

Harold Godwinson was in charge of the saxons, Harald Hardraada was in charge of the vikings.


What does Harold hardraada mean?

''Harold Hardraada'' means mighty warrior


How is Harald Hardraada related to Edward the Confessor?

Harald Hardraada was a distant cousin of Edward the Confessor through their shared descent from King Cnut of England. Cnut was the father of Edward's half-brother, Harold II, and Harald Hardraada was a descendant of Cnut's first wife, Emma of Normandy. This familial connection positioned Harald as a contender for the English throne, particularly after Edward's death in 1066, leading to his invasion of England that year.


Who were the three kings that wanted the throne in 1066?

"Throne." 1) Harold II King of England. 2) Harald III of Norway, also called Harald Hardrada. Harold of England defeated Harald of Norway in September of 1066 only to be defeated by William of Normandy ("the Conqueror") at the Battle of Hastings on October 14th, 1066. 3) William, Duke of Normandy, later known as William the Conqueror. He was crowned king after defeating Harold at the Battle of Hastings. = =


What country was harald hardraada king of?

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Why did Harold hadroda want to conquer England?

Harald Hardraada wanted to conquer England and rebuild the great viking king, Cnut's kingdom.


Who were the three people who fought for the english throne?

Harold godwinson, William of Normandy and harald hardraada


Did Harald Hardraada's have weaknesses to the throne?

He was not English.


Was harald hardraada tall?

no he was short and fat ;)


How many soldier did Harold Hadraada have at the Battle of Hastings?

Harold Hardraada didn't fight in the battle of Hastings Harold Godwinson did.


Was Tosti Harald Hardraada's younger brother?

Yes he was