Events of 1066- Humanities Project

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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.