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A Fyrd is a part of the english army that are farmers and huntsmen, and do not have very good weapons. They also fight on foot and are not very well trained.

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Were the fyrd on harald's side in 1066?

Yes, in limited numbers


What are three types of troops William had in 1066?

Fyrd Cavalry Housecarl Archers Knights


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 does fyrd mean?

A fyrd was a part time soldier called up in times of war. Housecarls were full time professional soldiers.


Were the fyrd paid in the Battle of Hastings?

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.


Who were Harold Godwins trained soldiers?

Harold Godwinson's trained soldiers were primarily composed of professional warriors known as housecarls, who were equipped with armor and weapons, and were loyal to him personally. Additionally, he could call upon the fyrd, a militia consisting of local men who would respond to his summons for military service. This combination of well-trained housecarls and the more loosely organized fyrd formed the backbone of his military force during the conflicts leading up to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.


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

around 250


What is the diffreence between a housecarl and a fyrd?

housecarl is more skilled and trained


What year was the The Battle of Hastings?

October 14th 1066


What kind of soldiers were in Harold Godwinson's army?

Actually he had 2 types of soldiers in his army ; 1) Housecarls ; these were professional soldiers , they were well trained & also paid . 2) Fyrd ; these were part time , unpaid soldiers that were called up when the country (England ) was in danger .


What is the definetion of a fyrd?

A anglo-saxon milita who was partof army.You had to be gay to enter


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.