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The people who wanted the throne when Edward the Confessor died were :

  • William, Duke of Normandy
  • Harold Godwinson, Earl of Wessex
  • Harald Hardrada, King of Norway
  • And Edgar
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Why did Tostig want revenge against Harold Godwinson?

Because he was jealous that his brother Harold was king and he wanted to king. so it was just jealousy


Why did Harold Godwinson want to become King?

Harold Godwinson needed to be king because he was a very negotiating man and he believed that he could negotiate with all his people if he became king. He wanted the best for England and (he thought) to achieve this he should become king! He wanted peace across England. Harold Godwinson believed he should be king because he was the only englishman out of the 4 others, which were: Prince Edgar, Harold Godwinson, Duke William and Harald Hardrada. He also was the King's (Edward the Confessor) Army Genral. He was a very important English noble, t'was married to Edward's sister. On Edwards death bed he chose Harold to be the next king; but he was the only person there so if that is true or not ... NOBODY KNOWS But he did rebel against Edward in 1051 Prince Edgar: He was the King's nephew so therefore the nearest blood relative. But he was only 14 and lived in Hungary.


Why did Harold Godwinson William Edgar and Harold Hardrada want to be Kink of England?

Apparently in 1051 Edward the confessor had named William as the heir Harold Godwin(son). His sister was married to Edward and Harold had helped Edward fight many battles during his reign.Edgar the Atheling was the nearest blood relative to Edward and so felt almost challenged to become king. Harald Hardrada's ancestors were kings of England previously so he felt he had the right to be king.They obviously were all megalomaniacs and were obsessed with power.


Who did Kalaniopuu want to be next king in Hawaii?

His son Kiwal'o.


Did Edward the Confessor have any heirs to the throne?

Heirs. It is said that he deliberately avoided having children, because they would also be descendants of his wilfe who was a member of the highly ambitious Godwin Family. Harold was a son of Earl Godwin and perhaps Edward didn't want him to succeed either. William of Normandy may well have been Edward's preferred successor.

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Why did Harold want to become king battle of Hastings?

he could rule all of England and King Edward the confessor


Why do you thing Harold godwinson should be king?

In my opinion he should have been king because Edward the confessor said he could be next in line also William the conqueror forced Harold to make an oath he didn't want to make.


Who fought the Battle of Hastings?

well it all started when Edward the confessor (king of England) was dying, lying on his death bed. there were 3 candidatesHarold Godwineson, Earl of Wessex,William, Duke of Normandy,Harald Hardraada, king of Norway.the only reason there were candidates was because Edward the confessor had no son. he practically didn't want one.


Why did Tostig want revenge against Harold Godwinson?

Because he was jealous that his brother Harold was king and he wanted to king. so it was just jealousy


Why did the monks want to kill King Edward?

cos he was stupid and he wanted to be the king but edward first had to die so that the guy could be a king after him.


Why did Harold Godwinson want to become King?

Harold Godwinson needed to be king because he was a very negotiating man and he believed that he could negotiate with all his people if he became king. He wanted the best for England and (he thought) to achieve this he should become king! He wanted peace across England. Harold Godwinson believed he should be king because he was the only englishman out of the 4 others, which were: Prince Edgar, Harold Godwinson, Duke William and Harald Hardrada. He also was the King's (Edward the Confessor) Army Genral. He was a very important English noble, t'was married to Edward's sister. On Edwards death bed he chose Harold to be the next king; but he was the only person there so if that is true or not ... NOBODY KNOWS But he did rebel against Edward in 1051 Prince Edgar: He was the King's nephew so therefore the nearest blood relative. But he was only 14 and lived in Hungary.


Why did William the duke of Normandy want to be king of England in 1066?

William, the Duke of Normandy, sought to become king of England in 1066 primarily due to a claim to the throne. He believed that King Edward the Confessor had promised him succession, and following Edward's death, he felt entitled to assert his rights against Harold Godwinson, who had taken the crown. Additionally, William aimed to expand his power and influence, seeing England as a prosperous and strategic territory that would enhance his status and wealth. This ambition ultimately led to the Norman Conquest of England.


Why did Harold Godwinson William Edgar and Harold Hardrada want to be Kink of England?

Apparently in 1051 Edward the confessor had named William as the heir Harold Godwin(son). His sister was married to Edward and Harold had helped Edward fight many battles during his reign.Edgar the Atheling was the nearest blood relative to Edward and so felt almost challenged to become king. Harald Hardrada's ancestors were kings of England previously so he felt he had the right to be king.They obviously were all megalomaniacs and were obsessed with power.


Who did Kalaniopuu want to be next king in Hawaii?

His son Kiwal'o.


Did Edward the Confessor have any heirs to the throne?

Heirs. It is said that he deliberately avoided having children, because they would also be descendants of his wilfe who was a member of the highly ambitious Godwin Family. Harold was a son of Earl Godwin and perhaps Edward didn't want him to succeed either. William of Normandy may well have been Edward's preferred successor.


WHY DID WILLIAM OF NORMANDY WANT TO BE KING OF ENGLAND?

William of Normandy, also known as William the Conqueror, wanted to be king of England primarily due to his claim to the throne. He believed he had a legitimate right, as he was promised the crown by Edward the Confessor, the previous king, and supported by Harold Godwinson's oath of allegiance to him. Additionally, controlling England would enhance his power and wealth, solidifying his position in Europe. The conquest would also enable him to assert his dominance over rival factions and expand his influence.


Which child did Henry VIII want to get rid of?

King Henry VIII did not want to get rid of any of his children. He did of course want boys so as to further his name and he did have one son, Edward VI.