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Is the biggest march in English history a myth? My research shows King Harold sailed down to the battle of Hastings

  • March 23, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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Is the biggest march in English history a myth? My research shows King Harold sailed down to the battle of Hastings
In 1066, England was invaded by multiple foreign powers. A northern force led by King Harald Hardrada of Norway advanced on York via the River Humber, while a southern force, led by Duke William of Normandy (later William I the Conqueror) crossed the Channel with forces from Normandy, France, Brittany and Ponthieu, and took up position at Hastings.

Originally published at Phys.org

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