Battle of Hastings

Question	Answer
Explain Three Reasons Why William the Conqueror Won The Battle of Hastings?	1. The Saxons had to march South after a exhausting battle against the Vikings. 2. William brought more variety of troops and more disciplined men. 3. Harold had low control because of inexperienced men and Harold not on horseback.
Who Were Harold's Special Troops?	Housecarls
How Did William Provoke Harold?	Burning and destroying Southern villages
How Did William Convince Many Troops?	Through Religion
What Was Harold's Main Tactic?	Shield Wall
How Did William Consolidate Power?	1. Feudal System 2. Domesday Book 3. Keeping some Saxon customs 4. Violent Suppression
Name William's Three Main Troop Types?	Cavalry, Archers and Infantry

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	Created by Charlie Thompson over 7 years ago