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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- Battle of Hastings10
- 1.1Introduction to the Battle of Hastings
- 1.2The Background: England before 1066
- 1.3The Claimants to the English Throne
- 1.4The Invasion: William of Normandy’s Campaign
- 1.5The Battle of Hastings: Tactics and Strategies
- 1.6The Death of Harold Godwinson: Impact and Consequences
- 1.7Norman Conquest: Establishing William the Conqueror’s Reign
- 1.8The Domesday Book: Assessing and Controlling England
- 1.9The Norman Impact on English Culture and Society
- 1.10Legacy of the Battle of Hastings: Historical Significance and Aftermath
