Fought on October 14, 1066, this pivotal clash between King Harold II of England and William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, marked a watershed moment in the medieval era. This course will examine the origins, strategies, key personalities, and enduring impacts of the Battle of Hastings, analyzing how this pivotal event reshaped English history and reverberated throughout Europe. Join us as we journey through the complexities and implications of this critical turning point in the annals of medieval warfare and power dynamics.
Curriculum
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- 10 Lessons
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- Battle of Hastings10
- 1.0Introduction to the Battle of Hastings
- 1.1The Background: England before 1066
- 1.2The Claimants to the English Throne
- 1.3The Invasion: William of Normandy’s Campaign
- 1.4The Battle of Hastings: Tactics and Strategies
- 1.5The Death of Harold Godwinson: Impact and Consequences
- 1.6Norman Conquest: Establishing William the Conqueror’s Reign
- 1.7The Domesday Book: Assessing and Controlling England
- 1.8The Norman Impact on English Culture and Society
- 1.9Legacy of the Battle of Hastings: Historical Significance and Aftermath
