Defence
Morcar of Northumbria commands English forces against Harald Hardrada at Fulford
Role range: 1066-1066
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Morcar Northumbria Biography and Timeline
Follow Morcar Northumbria through 8 dated historical records for England.
Morcar Northumbria, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1066
Fulford Line Command
Morcar helps command the English line at Fulford against the combined forces of Harald Hardrada and Tostig.
Role range: 1066-1066
Survival after Fulford
Morcar survives the defeat at Fulford as York faces the consequences of the Norwegian victory.
Role range: 1066-1066
Northumbrian Defence Mobilised
Morcar mobilises Northumbrian forces with Edwin of Mercia as the Norwegian invasion moves toward York.
Role range: 1066-1066
Edgar Atheling Supported
Morcar supports Edgar Atheling as a possible successor after Harold's death at Hastings.
Role range: 1066-1066
Negotiation
Morcar of Northumbria joins English leaders assessing whether to oppose William
Role range: 1066-1066
Submission
Morcar of Northumbria submits to William at Berkhamsted
Role range: 1066-1066
Allegiance
Morcar of Northumbria accepts Harold II while northern loyalty remains uncertain
Role range: 1066-1066
Records, sources and methodology
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