Historical Figure

Harold Godwinson

King of England in 1066

Born: 1022 CE · Died: 1066 CENationality: Kingdom of England

About Harold Godwinson

Harold Godwinson, also called Harold II, was the last crowned Anglo-Saxon king of England. Harold reigned from 6 January 1066 until his death at the Battle of Hastings on 14 October 1066, the decisive battle of the Norman Conquest. He was succeeded by William the Conqueror, the victor at Hastings.Wikipedia ↗

Associated Events

Empire1066 CE

Norman Conquest of England

William, Duke of Normandy, defeated King Harold II at the Battle of Hastings and conquered England, fundamentally transforming English language, law, culture, and governance.