Marriage
Marries King Harold
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Explore 260 historical events and records for England in 1066.
Historical records for England in 1066
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News of Norman Fleet
The embroidery shows Harold receiving reports about the comet and a fleet of ships.
Norman Conquest Changes English Succession
William I claimed the English crown after conquering England, establishing a new royal dynasty whose succession remained contested.
Papal Support for English Claim
William obtains papal support for his campaign, giving his invasion a powerful religious and political justification.
Rebellion of Mercia
Mercia rebels against Williams victory at the Battle of Hastings
Rebellion of Northumbria
Northumbria rebels against Williams victory at the Battle of Hastings
Rebellion of Rebels in Winchester
Edwards widow keeps control of the West Saxon capital after the Battle of Hastings
Rule of Isle of Wight
William Fitz Osbern becomes first Lord of the Island
Siege of Humber
Tostig invades the coast with a fleet of 60 ships but is defeated by Edwin
St Etienne
Constructs Eglise Saint-Etienne
Succession
Chosen King by Morcar & his brother Edwin after the Battle of Hastings
Succession
Following Harolds death at the Battle of Hastings against the invading Normans in October, the Witanagemot assembled in London and elected Edgar king.
Succession
The Witanagemot elects Harold Godwinson, the man best placed to defend the country against the competing foreign claimants, to succeed Edward.
Succession
When King Edward died in January 1066 Edgar was still in his early teens, too young to be an effective military leader. Supported by the Archbishops of Canterbury & York after the Battle of Hastings.
Succession
Supported by the Archbishops of Canterbury & York after the Battle of Hastings. Chosen King by Morcar & his brother Edwin after the Battle of Hastings
Succession
Edward is succeeded by his brother in law, Godwins son Harold
Succession
After Edward's death William asks Harold to honour his oath to him, Harold refuses
Succession
After Edward's death William asks Harold to honour his oath to him, Harold refuses
Support
Gyrth Godwinson supports Harold II and helps maintain the Godwinson power base
Support
Leofwine Godwinson supports Harold II in the south east during the invasion scare
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