. The Battle of Hastings in 1066 concluded the Norman conguest of England. The English Ango-Saxon king, Harold Godwinson was defeated (and killed) by . William Duke of Normandy who had long pressed his claim to the English throne and had strong support from both the French king, Henry I, and Pope Alexander II. The changes introduced to England by the Normans were profound, long lasting and included an 'extreme makeover' of the English language and introduction of the continental system of feudalism.
. Bayeux Tapestry - Tastefully, animated to let the tapestry tell the story, no narration.
Starts with the appearance of Halley's Comet at Harold's coronation. / 4:16m /
. Battle of Hastings 1 - An AngloSaxon army of foot soldiers meet a Norman army of mounted warriors led by 'William the Bastard"/ 9:51m /
. Battle of Hastings 2 - Blow by blow, slide show with excellent sound track / 3:52m /
. Battle of Hastings 4 - A feigned retreat by the Norman calvary drew the English ax men down from Senlac Hill and their casualties were enormous./ 9:04m / .
. Battle of Hastings 5 - God punishes Harold for breaking his oath to William of years previous. Harold is killed in battle, the Normans are victorious and they have conquered England. 9:19m /
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