Why did Harold and William both feel they were the rightful king
of England when Edward died?  How were things different in
England versus France in 1066? Please examine the culture and
the institutions (political, religious, legislative, economic,
etc.). How can you explain William's success on October 14,
1066? What won the battle for him? What factors were in Harold's
favor? Was England better off as a result of this battle?  Asked
By: coupon - 11/29/2010 Best Answer - Chosen by Asker William
was related to the mother of Edward the Confessor, so had a
strong genealogical claim. He also said that Harold had promised
to support his claim to the English throne when Edward (who was
childless) died... More Answered By: ammianus - 11/29/2010
Additional Answers (1) When edward died, harold was next in line
and he was in england and william was in france. However edward
named william his succesor. Edward died soon after befoer the
word really got out, and people werent sure who really was the
succesor. Harold knwe