Birth of Niels of Denmark
Birth of Niels of Denmark, youngest son of king Sweyn Estridson
Historical events in 1064
43 historical records
Birth of Robert de Clare
Birth of Robert de Clare, founder of the House of FitzWalter
Claim Reinforced by Harold's Oath
William later presents Harold's disputed oath as evidence that Harold had promised to support his succession to England.
Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry depicts William presenting arms to Harold after the Breton campaign.
Bayeux Tapestry
The embroidery shows William leading an expedition into Brittany with Harold among his followers.
Bayeux Tapestry
The embroidery shows William ordering Guy of Ponthieu to release Harold into Norman custody.
Shipwreck
Harold II, then Earl of Wessex, is shipwrecked off Normandy at Ponthieu
Succession
Harold II swears an oath to William & supports his claim to the throne of England
Execution
Orders the execution of Ulf after he complains about Tostigs high taxes. Orders the execution of Gamel after he complains about Tostigs high taxes
Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry depicts Harold being brought before William after his release.
Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry depicts Harold leaving Bosham before sailing across the Channel.
Bayeux Tapestry
The embroidery shows Harold rescuing Norman soldiers from tidal waters near Mont-Saint-Michel.
Bayeux Tapestry
The embroidery shows Harold's ship driven onto the coast controlled by Guy of Ponthieu.
Oath at Bayeux
The embroidery portrays Harold swearing an oath over sacred relics before William.
Return to England
The Bayeux Tapestry shows Harold returning to England after his stay in Normandy.
Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry begins its narrative with Edward the Confessor sending Harold on a mission to Normandy.
Return of Harold
The embroidery depicts Harold reporting to the ageing Edward after returning from Normandy.
Arrest of Harold II
Handed over by Guy de Ponthieu to William I the Conqueror at the latters order
Arrest of Harold II
Held for ransom by the Count of Ponthieu after being found shipwrecked off France
Marriage
Harold II marries Aldith, daughter of the Earl of Mercia & former wife of Gruffydd
Oath
Harold allegedly swears an oath to William supporting his claim to the English throne. Harold allegedly swears an oath supporting William Is claim to the English throne. Crosses the Channel & is captured, rescued by William & supports his succession
Ransom
Held for ransom by the Count of Ponthieu after being found shipwrecked off France
Shipwreck
Held for ransom by the Count of Ponthieu after being found shipwrecked off France
Shipwreck
Harold II is shipwrecked off Normandy at Ponthieu
Brittany Campaign
William campaigns in Brittany while Harold Godwinson is present in Normandy and accompanies the Norman forces.
Arrest of Harold II
Hands Harold Godwinson over to William I the Conqueror
Arrest of Harold II
Hears of Harolds arrest & demands that Guy of Ponthieu hand him over to him
Oath
Harold allegedly swears an oath to William supporting his claim to the English throne. Harold allegedly swears an oath supporting William Is claim to the Englishe throne
Succession
Harold II swears an oath to William & supports his claim to the throne of England
Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry depicts Guy of Ponthieu taking Harold into custody after his landing.
Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry depicts Conan II withdrawing from Dol during William's Breton campaign.
Oath at Bayeux
Odo's cathedral and relics are traditionally associated with the oath portrayed in the Bayeux Tapestry.
Arrest of Harold II
Hands Harold Godwinson over to William I the Conqueror
Arrest of Harold II
Holds Harold Godwinson at the fortress of Beaurain near Hesdin
Arrest of Harold II
Holds Harold Godwinson for ransom after finding him shipwrecked off the French coast
Invasion of Sicily
Returns in 1064, but bypassed Enna making straight for Palermo. His campsite was infested with tarantulas, however, and had to be abandoned. The campaign was unsuccessful
Siege of Palermo
Returns in 1064, but bypassed Enna making straight for Palermo. His campsite was infested with tarantulas, however, and had to be abandoned. The campaign was unsuccessful
Capture of Belgrade
Captures Belgrade from the Byzantines
Plenary Indulgence
Forgives the sins of those who fight the Muslims in the Crusade
Recognition of Alexander II
Alexander II is recognized as Pope by the German Emperor
Plenary Indulgence
Forgives the sins of those who fight the Muslims in the Crusade
Capture of Armenia
The Seljuq Turks capture Armenia
Succession
Inaugurated as Sultan by Khalif Qaim