The Normans played a trick on the English. They pretended to run a way. This caused the English to leave their strong position on the hill.
William was brave, determined and ambitious. He wanted to be the King of England as well as the Duke of Normandy.
The Normans had soldiers on horseback.
William was a very good commander of his troops.
The Normans brought with them a useful mixture of foot-soldiers, archers and cavalry. Each of these played a very important part in the final victory.
He had a fleet of around three thousand ships which was filled with mighty horses and courageous men.
Once arriving at Pevensey, he built a castle with a strong rampart. Then he hurried off to Hastings, where he erected another similar fortress.
William had very good tactics.
Since the English were in the north, the Norman's freely disembarked at Pevensey without any opposition.
well, he died by a bloody battle at stamford bridge on willliam duke of normandys side.
wrong it is in fact Harold godwinson. William duke of normandys arm killed Harold so he became king
That they had different amount of knights/ soldiers in the army.
There were two Dukes of Normandy named William: William I Longsword was the 2nd Duke of Normandy. William II the Conqueror was the 7th Duke of Normandy (also known as King William I).
William, Duke of Normandy, commanded an excellent army due to his strategic leadership, innovative tactics, and effective use of cavalry. He combined different units, including infantry and archers, creating a versatile fighting force. Additionally, his ability to inspire loyalty and discipline among his troops ensured cohesion and morale, crucial for success in battles such as the pivotal Battle of Hastings in 1066. William's meticulous planning and adaptability in warfare further contributed to the effectiveness of his army.
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they were happy because they were promised large ammounts of new land and money
William the concerur
well, he died by a bloody battle at stamford bridge on willliam duke of normandys side.
wrong it is in fact Harold godwinson. William duke of normandys arm killed Harold so he became king
That they had different amount of knights/ soldiers in the army.
It is generally reckoned that the Norman army numbered around 7000 men plus provisioners and horses.
There were two Dukes of Normandy named William: William I Longsword was the 2nd Duke of Normandy. William II the Conqueror was the 7th Duke of Normandy (also known as King William I).
William, Duke of Normandy, commanded an excellent army due to his strategic leadership, innovative tactics, and effective use of cavalry. He combined different units, including infantry and archers, creating a versatile fighting force. Additionally, his ability to inspire loyalty and discipline among his troops ensured cohesion and morale, crucial for success in battles such as the pivotal Battle of Hastings in 1066. William's meticulous planning and adaptability in warfare further contributed to the effectiveness of his army.
duke william in the 11th century
William Duke - artist - was born in 1814.
William Duke Of Normandy have a Wife and Kids?? What are there names??