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The Battle of Hastings

Explore army positioning at the Battle of Hastings—William's troops vs Harold's Housecarls & Fyrd. Analyze strengths and weaknesses, discuss how William secured victory. Activities & worksheet included.

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The Battle of Hastings

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  1. The Battle of Hastings Starter: Top trumps! Consider which army seems the strongest. Be prepared to feedback your ideas and thoughts.

  2. Imagine that you are William, Duke of Normandy. How would you position your foot soldiers, archers and knights? King Harold 1st. How would you position your Housecarls and Fyrd?

  3. Imagine that you are • William, Duke of Normandy. How would you position your foot soldiers, archers and knights? • King Harold 1st. How would you position your Housecarls and Fyrd? Harold William

  4. This is how the troops were positioned. What are the strengths/weaknesses?

  5. H/L – next lesson • Why did William win the battle of Hastings? • Complete the activities on the worksheet

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