norman invasion by sara lopriore

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The Normans in Britain

The Norman invasion

Edward the Confessor died childless

In 1066 .

After his death there was a war of

succession .

His brother in law , Harold Godwineson wanted

the English throne .

Meanwhile William , duke of Normandy, wanted

the throne promised by Edward the Confessor and

for this he wanted to prepare an invasion .

After crossing English Channel on 28th Septembar

1066 and he fought with Herold .

The meeting of the two armies was on 14th October 1066 .

Harold used foot soldiers .

Insted William used archers and mounted warriors.

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