Fyrdmen and Housecarls made up one side's army in this battle, which took place near Pevensey, the site of the victors' landing.
Fyrdmen and Housecarls made up one side's army in this battle, which took place near Pevensey, the site of the victors' landing. The winning side broke through the shield wall built by the losers, later ambushed in the Malfosse. Taking place at Senlac Hill, this battle's losing side was weakened by a previous battle at Stamford Bridge. An arrow was shot through the eye of the losing commander, Harold Godwinson, as depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry. For 10 points, name this 1066 victory for William the Conqueror, a decisive battle in the Norman conquest of England.
Fyrdmen and Housecarls made up one side's army in this battle, which took place near Pevensey, the site of the victors' landing.
Battle of Hastings