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The Norman Invasion 1066

Setting Year: 1065-1066 Locations: The Kingdom of England, Normandy (France,) and the Kingdom of Norway Important Figures: …

Elective Monarchy The next king is chosen by all the vassals of the current king The current king gets a vote, which would most likely be for his oldest son Other vassals usually respected the wishes of the king

Three men will fight for the throne of England Duke William of Normandy Earl Harold Godwinsson, Noble of England Harald Hadrada King of Norway “Viking”

King Edward the Confessor Edward, who has been ruling England since 1042 Before becoming king, Edward had spent most of his life in exile in Normandy (25 years) Kept close ties with Normandy throughout his reign Had no children

Duke William of Normandy Powerful Duke in Northern France King Edward promised William that he would be the next King of England He and Edward are cousins

Harold Godwinson Powerful Earl of several large counties in Central and Southern England Wealthiest and most powerful noble in England Brother-in-Law and “right-hand man” of King Edward Fought alongside Duke William in France, declared a knight by William and promised to support William’s claim for the English throne

King Harald Hardrada Viking King of Norway One of the most feared warriors in all of Europe Spent 15 years in exile in Russia and the Byzantine Empire Vikings had previously been kings of England Previous Kings of England and Norway had promised each other that if they died without an heir, the other country’s king would also become king of that country

Question #1 Who do you think should be the next King of England? Why?

A King’s Death King Edward had several strokes and slipped into a coma He briefly awoke from his coma, and declared that Harold Godwinson (non-viking Harald) shall be the next King of Enlgand On January 5, 1066, at the age of 62, King Edward died

Question #2: Who do you think will be chosen to be the next king? Why? The vassals of the King of England gather to decide who will be the next king… Do they follow Edward’s dying wish and give the throne to Harold Godwinson? OR Do they fulfill Edward’s fifteen year promise and give the throne to one of his few remaining living relatives, Duke William of Normandy?

The Nobles present at Edward’s death announce Harold Godwinson is the new King of England. Harold accepts the offer.

Bad Weather prevents him from sailing across the English Channel News of Edward's death and Harold’s coronation is carried across the channel to William, Duke of Normandy. William is furious - he claimed that the throne of England should be his. William decides to attack England and organizes a fleet of warships. Bad Weather prevents him from sailing across the English Channel

At the same time, Harald Hardrada, King of Norway, sets sail from Norway to reclaim the throne for the Vikings, since Edward had no kids

Harald Hardrada is killed during the Battle of Stamford Bridge Harald Hardrada is killed during the Battle of Stamford Bridge. An arrow in his chest.

Question 3 How does Harald Hardrada die?

On October 14, 1066, William, and Harold Godwinson face off at the Battle of Hastings. The two armies, the Normans and the English fight. Harold dies after being shot in the eye with an arrow.

Question 4 How does Harold Godwinson die?

William of Normandy is crowned the new King of England

HW: Norman Invasion Newscast Write a newscast (one paragraph length, 8-10 sentences) describing the events of the Norman Invasion. A newscast describes the events and developments of a story to inform the public about an event. Requirements/must include: 1. at least three specific events from the invasion- events must be in chronological order 2. all three contenders to the throne, and descriptions of their claim to the throne 3. the outcome of the Norman Invasion (what ended up happening and what did this mean for Europe?)