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1066
Harold Hardrada Arrives
Harold Hardarda's army arrive about mid-september. -
Period: Jan 5, 1066 to 1066
Death of Edward The Confessor
Most believe he died from old age (following strokes) and Edward was then buried in Westminster Abbey. -
Jan 6, 1066
The New King
Harold Godwinson is then pronounced King. -
Aug 12, 1066
Strong Winds
Duke William's army (who has planned for conquest), is held up by strong winds as they attempt to cross the sea. -
Sep 8, 1066
Mistake
King Harold, believing that William will not try to cross the sea, disbands his army. -
Sep 20, 1066
The Battle of Fulford Gate
Harald Hardrada's army reaches York where a battle is held against an English army. The Normans win and York surrenders. -
Sep 20, 1066
The Battle of Stamford Bridge
King Harold Godwinson's army finally catches up to Hardrada's army. Another battle is held and the English win. Hardrada is killed. -
Sep 29, 1066
Duke William
Duke William's army finally occupies Hastings. -
Oct 1, 1066
Information
King Harold learns that William's army have occupied Hastings. March is began. -
Oct 14, 1066
The Battle of Hastings
Duke William and King Harolds' armies fight. King Harold is supposedly killed with an arrow to the eye and Duke William's army is victorious.