Harald Hadrada, from Norway, was killed on 25th September 1066 at the Battle of Stamford Bridge. It is said that he was shot by an arrow in the neck by Harold Godwinson. Tostig Godwinson (Harold, the King of England's brother) tried to invade England alongside Hadrada, but they were both defeated and the English were victorious. Harald Hardraada was struck in the throat by an arrow and killed early in the battle in a state of berserkgang. He was not wearing amour.
Harald Hardraada - Viking Harold Godwinson - Englishman
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He was not English.
no he was short and fat ;)
Harold Godwinson and Harald hardraada
Harald Hardraada - Viking Harold Godwinson - Englishman
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He was not English.
no he was short and fat ;)
Yes he was
25th of september
Harold Godwinson and Harald hardraada
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.
Because he wanted the money and more power which show he is greedy.
Harald Hardraada is related to a king that ruled Norway England and Denmark the year 1066 he was age 51 and believed he should get the thrown.
Harald Hardraada is related to a king that ruled Norway England and Denmark the year 1066 he was age 51 and believed he should get the thrown.
Harold Godwinson was in charge of the saxons, Harald Hardraada was in charge of the vikings.