The Norwegian Invasion of England in 1066,9780851157634

The Norwegian Invasion of England in 1066

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ISBN13: 9780851157634
ISBN10: 0851157637
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 1999-12-01
Publisher(s): Boydell Pr
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Summary

Three weeks before the battle of Hastings, Harold defeated an invading army of Norwegians at the battle of Stamford Bridge, a victory which was to cost him dear. The events surrounding the battle are discussed in detail.

Table of Contents

Maps and Genealogies
vi
General Editor's Preface ix
Acknowledgements xi
Introduction
1(13)
Anglo-Scandinavian England
14(9)
Haraldr Haroraoi
23(46)
Godwin and his Family
69(55)
Harold Godwinson
124(44)
The Conflict Between Harold and Tostig Godwinson
168(25)
The Norwegian Military
193(17)
The English Military
210(20)
The Invasion
230(32)
The Battle of Stamford Bridge
262(35)
Aftermath
297(4)
Bibliography 301(16)
Index 317

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