Battle of Hastings 1066

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Reconstruction of the Battle of Hastings.

A recreation of the Battle of Hastings in 1066 - a battle which lasted for 12 hours and was won by the Norman invaders, led by William the Conqueror. The Saxon King, Harold, was fatally wounded by an arrow in his eye.
From: Historyonics 1066
First broadcast : 04 April 2004

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 11-14

Subject : History

Topic : Early Wales and Britain, Normans

Keywords : William the Conqueror, Battle of Hastings, Saxons, Norman conquest

Notes : Clip can be used for KS3 studies of the Norman conquest and its effects on society in Wales and England, the battle of Hastings and the legacy of William the Conqueror.

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