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Battle Of Hastings Timeline Game

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The Battle of Hastings was a pivotal event in English history, marking the Norman conquest of England in 1066. To better understand this historic battle, a timeline game has been created to help players place events in their correct chronological order.

  • Players will learn about the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings
  • They will see how the battle unfolded and its impact on English history
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  • 1066: William the Conqueror invades England
  • September 25, 1066: Battle of Stamford Bridge
  • January 6, 1066: Harold Godwinson becomes King of England
  • September 25, 1066: Harold II defeats the Norwegians at the Battle of Stamford Bridge
  • October 13, 1066: Harold II marches south to face William's invasion
  • October 14, 1066: Battle of Hastings commences
  • October 14, 1066: Death of Harold II
  • December 25, 1066: William the Conqueror crowned King of England
  • 1078: Construction of the Tower of London begins
  • 1067-1070: William suppresses rebellions in the north
  • 1069-1070: William's forces devastate the countryside
  • 1069-1070: Harrying of the North
  • 1085: Compilation of the Domesday Book begins
  • 1070s-1080s: Norman castles built across England
  • 1086: Norman French becomes the language of the English court
  • 1087: William's death
  • 1088: Accession of William Rufus
  • 1099: Revolt of the Earls
  • 1100: Death of William Rufus
  • 1100: Accession of Henry I

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