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William the Conqueror destroyed the villages around Hastings in 1066 as a strategic move to consolidate his power after his victory at The Battle of Hastings. By eliminating local resistance and resources, he aimed to instill fear among the Anglo-Saxon population, deter potential uprisings, and secure his control over the newly conquered territory. This tactic also helped to establish Norman dominance in England and facilitated the transition of governance under his rule.

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How many troops did William Godwinson have at the Battle of Hastings?

Oh, dude, at the Battle of Hastings, William Godwinson had around 7,000 troops, but like, who's counting, right? I mean, it's not like they had a sign-in sheet at the battlefield. Just imagine a bunch of dudes in armor swinging swords and stuff. Good times, good times.


Which famous tapestry depicts William and the events around the battle of hastings?

That depends on which tapestry. I'm going to guess you're asking about the Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the Battle of Hastings in 1066.


Why did William choose Hastings?

He didn't and Hastings played no part in the battle. The Saxon King Harold arranged for his army to gather at the "hoar (grey and old) apple tree", a familiar landmark that the men would have known, sited on a ridge which would give the English a defensive high ground position. This was at the place now called Battle, not at Hastings. This ridge at Battle was a very strong position with marshes and ditches in front and around it, commanding the main route from Hastings to London - the route that William had to take. Given sufficient troops, Harold could have held the position indefinitely and William would have lost.


How many soldiers did hadrada have in the battle of hastings?

King Harald Hardrada did not participate in the Battle of Hastings; instead, he fought at the Battle of Stamford Bridge shortly before. At Stamford Bridge, Hardrada led an estimated force of around 10,000 soldiers. The Battle of Hastings occurred later in 1066, where William the Conqueror faced King Harold II of England.


How many archers did William have in the Battle of Hastings?

around 9000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 to 10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 :-) :-)

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What time was the Mott and Bailey castle?

Around 1066, after William won the Battle of Hastings


Where did William the Conqueror invade?

William first invaded Hastings, then went on to other small town around that part of England.


When did William the conqueror come to England from Normandy?

Hastings was 1066, so I'm guessing around then


How the battle progressed at the Battle of Hastings?

The Battle of Hastings lasted only from around 9 am until dusk. William had more men, luck on his side, and the dispute between Harold Godwineson and his brother Tostig to rely on.


How many troops did William Godwinson have at the Battle of Hastings?

Oh, dude, at the Battle of Hastings, William Godwinson had around 7,000 troops, but like, who's counting, right? I mean, it's not like they had a sign-in sheet at the battlefield. Just imagine a bunch of dudes in armor swinging swords and stuff. Good times, good times.


Which famous tapestry depicts William and the events around the battle of hastings?

That depends on which tapestry. I'm going to guess you're asking about the Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the Battle of Hastings in 1066.


Why did William choose Hastings?

He didn't and Hastings played no part in the battle. The Saxon King Harold arranged for his army to gather at the "hoar (grey and old) apple tree", a familiar landmark that the men would have known, sited on a ridge which would give the English a defensive high ground position. This was at the place now called Battle, not at Hastings. This ridge at Battle was a very strong position with marshes and ditches in front and around it, commanding the main route from Hastings to London - the route that William had to take. Given sufficient troops, Harold could have held the position indefinitely and William would have lost.


What castle did William live in After the Battle of Hastings?

William generally lived in London as that is the most important city but he travelled around alot and then he stayed with Norman Lords in their castles. It made them go bankrupt but to house the King was a great honour.


How many soldiers did hadrada have in the battle of hastings?

King Harald Hardrada did not participate in the Battle of Hastings; instead, he fought at the Battle of Stamford Bridge shortly before. At Stamford Bridge, Hardrada led an estimated force of around 10,000 soldiers. The Battle of Hastings occurred later in 1066, where William the Conqueror faced King Harold II of England.


How many archers did William have in the Battle of Hastings?

around 9000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 to 10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 :-) :-)


What is the population of Hasting?

The population of Leamington Hastings is 450.


How did William get to the Battle of Hastings?

He left Normandy, and came to England at Pevencsy(wrong spelling, help!). Then, he started raping and pillaging around Pevencsy until Harold Godwinson couldn't take it anymore.