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No. The Fyrd used at The Battle of Hastings were not paid, however, the housecarls, warriors also used in the Battle of Hatsings were paid for their services.

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How many of the fyrd fought at the battle of Hastings?

around 250


How many warriors did Harold have?

he had around 1500 men i think im not sure == At the Battle of Stamford Bridge, King Harold commanded an army of around 7,000 . At the Battle of Hastings, King Harold's army numbered 7,500, of which 2,000 were is elite Housecarls and 5,500 were fyrd.


Did Harold fight with horses at the battle of Hastings?

No, Harold Godwinson did not use horses in combat during the Battle of Hastings in 1066. His army primarily consisted of infantry, including housecarls (elite soldiers) and the fyrd (militia), who fought on foot. The Normans, led by William the Conqueror, utilized cavalry effectively, which contributed to their victory in the battle.


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Where exactly was the battle of hastings?

The battle of hastings was in a town called battle (which was not named battle until after the battle of hastings) it was in the middle of knowwere and it was about 10km from a town called hastings.


In the battle of hastings what happened at midday?

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What were unpaid men called who fought for harold?

Unpaid men who fought for Harold Godwinson during the Battle of Hastings in 1066 were known as "fyrd." The fyrd was a militia composed of free men who were obligated to serve in defense of their lord and country when called upon. They typically fought alongside professional soldiers but were not regular troops, often lacking extensive training or equipment.


What city was the Battle of Hastings near?

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What month was battle of hastings?

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Where is the battle field they fort at in the battle of Hastings?

Hastings of course!


Why did the Battle of Hastings take place in Hastings?

The battle of Hastings actually took place 6 miles away from Hastings.


Where did the battle or hastings fight?

the battle of hastings took place about seven miles away from hastings.