17 March 1040Death of Harold IHarold I
Death of Harold I, succeeded by Harthacanut, son of Canute I & Emma
Historical records for England in 1040, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Death of Harold I, succeeded by Harthacanut, son of Canute I & Emma
The throne is only secured after the death of Canutes stepbrother Harold I. Canutes choice as King
Birth of Ralph de Guader
Raises high taxes to pay for his invasion of England to claim the throne
Harold Harefoot died and Godwin supported the accession of his half-brother Harthacnut to the throne of England
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