WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -After defeating and killing Harald Hardrada and Tostig, the English marched south to Hastings, near Pevensey, where they were defeated by the Norman army on 14 October. William then advanced through Southeast England. He was crowned king of England at Westminster Abbey on Christmas Day, 1066.

Detailed explanation-2: -William set up a Feudal System in England (you might have heard of this before). It was a simple, but effective system, where all land was owned by the King. One quarter was kept by the King as his personal property, some was given to the Church and the rest leased out under strict controls.

Detailed explanation-3: -Claiming his right to the English throne, William, duke of Normandy, invades England at Pevensey on Britain’s southeast coast. His subsequent defeat of King Harold II at the Battle of Hastings marked the beginning of a new era in British history.

Detailed explanation-4: -William was victorious at the Battle of Hastings due to his excellent leadership skills. Harold and his army because Harold made some mistakes. William won the Battle of Hastings because of his superior strategy and tactics. William was helped to victory by Harold being unlucky on a number of occasions.

Detailed explanation-5: -Of course, the Battle of Hastings was only the start of a massive upheaval. After his victory, William marched on London, and he was crowned King of England on Christmas day 1066.