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Edward the Confessor had promised the crown of England to two different men. When he had lived in exile in Normandy, he had promised the crown to the young William, Duke of Normandy. At the time of his death, he promised it Harold Godwinson, a local English hero. War erupted, ending in The Battle of Hastings in 1066 and the victory of William.
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Who was the king of England when the black death arrived?
Edward III- i think the black death hit England in 1348
What was the biggest problem in England in 1603-1640's?
The main problem was death. Death was surrounded by them
Why did the vikings and the normans invaded England?
they both invaded at the same time because they both had a claim on the throne (after Edward's death).
How did Edward I die?
Edward I King Edward I of England died in 1307 while travelling to Scotland for a military campaign. He had been ill for some time and was probably unfit to travel - his cause of death was most likely dysentery.
Who is the king of England that they would take his body into battle after his death?
Edward I, who still wished to be carried around when his troops fought Scotland.
What was edward the confessors death date and his date of birth?
he was born on the ......... .......... 1003 or 1004AnswerHe died on the 4th January 1066
How old was King Edward I of England at death?
King Edward I of England died on July 7, 1307 at the age of 68.
Who was the king of England when the black death arrived?
Edward III- i think the black death hit England in 1348
What major battle is depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry?
the battle of Hastings in England 1066. the tapestry also shows the events leading up to the battle including Edward the confessors death. it also shows Harold Godwinsons death, however know one can be sure weather his death is depicted with an arrow in his eye or being stabbed and trampled by a horse as both figures look very similar to the English king.
What was the biggest problem in England in 1603-1640's?
The main problem was death. Death was surrounded by them
Who ruled England after King HenryVIII death until the present?
His son Edward
What are some facts about Edward?
Edward VI of England was crowned at the age of 9, and reigned until his death at the age of 15 on July 6, 1553. His father was Henry VIII of England.
How old is King Edward I of England?
King Edward VII of the United Kingdom was born on November 9, 1841 and died on May 6, 1910. King Edward VII of the United Kingdom would have been 68 years old at the time of death or 173 years old today.
Who was Edward VI father?
Henry VII
How old is King Edward III of England?
King Edward III of England was born on November 13, 1312 and died on June 21, 1377. King Edward III of England would have been 64 years old at the time of death or 702 years old today.
How old is King Edward II of England?
King Edward II of England was born on April 25, 1284 and died on September 21, 1327. King Edward II of England would have been 43 years old at the time of death or 731 years old today.
How old is King Edward IV of England?
King Edward IV of England was born on April 28, 1442 and died on April 9, 1483. King Edward IV of England would have been 40 years old at the time of death or 573 years old today.
