1066
Who was Edward the Confessor?
This English king died in January 1066, triggering the succession crisis.
What country was Harald Hadraada from?
Norway
What year did the Battle of Hastings happen?
1066
Who owned Woking in 1066?
King William
Which famous Christmas truce happened during what major conflict?
World War One.
Who was Harold Godwinson?
Edward the Confessor’s brother-in-law and was crowned king after Edward’s death
Why were the Vikings taken by surprise by the Saxons?
They were celebrating the first victories and having a party.
Where did the Battle of Hastings happen?
Hastings
What is the name of the survey conducted by William?
The Domesday Book
Who was the English monarch that banned Christmas celebrations in the 1640s?
Oliver Cromwell.
Who was Harald Hardrada?
Viking king invaded England from the north in September 1066
What stopped the Saxons from crossing the bridge to getting to the main Viking army?
A Viking Axeman on the Bridge.
What was Williams strategy to break the Saxon defences?
False Retreat
What type of Castle did William build?
Motte-and-Bailey Castle
In which country did the tradition of the Christmas tree become popular before spreading across Europe?
Germany.
Who was William, Duke of Normandy?
This Norman leader also claimed he should be king because Harold supposedly promised him the throne.
Who died at the Battle?
Harald Hadraada
What was Harolds defensive strategy during the battle?
Shield Wall
What is the system of controlling the country called?
Feudalism
What Victorian author helped shape modern Christmas traditions through a 1843 book?
Charles Dickins
What is a conquerer?
Someone who invades and takes over another country
How many miles did Harold Walk to get to the battle?
200 miles
Explain why William won compared to Harold
cavalry and archers / better organisation / rested troops / Leadership / Luck
What day did William become King of England?
25th December 1066
Before it became linked to Christmas, what ancient festival did the Romans celebrate around late December?
Saturnalia.