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Famous Anglo Saxon Figures in England: KS1 & KS2 Timeline and Warriors

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Evelyn Ridley

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Famous Anglo-Saxon People and their influence on England's history

The... Show more

Anglo-Saxon England
Edward the confessor
-He was king from 1042-66
He probably spoke French better than English
-He didn't like his most pow

The Rise of Harold Godwinson and the Norman Conquest

Harold Godwinson's ascent to power marked the culmination of the Godwin family's influence in Anglo-Saxon England. After his father's death in 1056, Harold became Earl of Wessex and was so powerful that he was unofficially referred to as "sub-regulus" or deputy king.

Definition: Sub-regulus - An informal title meaning "deputy king," indicating Harold's immense influence before becoming king.

The Witan, an advisory council composed of powerful earls, archbishops, and bishops, played a crucial role in selecting the next king. When Edward the Confessor died childless, the Witan chose Harold Godwinson as the new king, despite competing claims to the throne.

Highlight: The Witan's power to choose the next king, especially in the absence of a clear heir, was a significant aspect of Anglo-Saxon governance.

Harold's reign was immediately challenged by two formidable opponents:

  1. Harald Hardrada of Norway, who invaded England with the support of Harold's brother Tostig.
  2. William, Duke of Normandy, who claimed the throne based on an alleged promise from Edward the Confessor.

The year 1066 saw rapid and dramatic changes in England's rulership. Harold Godwinson defeated Harald Hardrada at the Battle of Stamford Bridge but was then defeated by William of Normandy at the Battle of Hastings.

Quote: "Who won the Battle of Hastings? William the Conqueror's victory at Hastings marked the end of Anglo-Saxon rule and the beginning of Norman control over England."

William the Conqueror, who had been Duke of Normandy since childhood, felt entitled to the English throne due to his previous support of Edward the Confessor. His victory at Hastings fundamentally altered the course of English history, introducing Norman rule and profoundly impacting England's culture, language, and governance.

Highlight: The Battle of Hastings in 1066 is one of the most famous and consequential events in English history, marking the transition from Anglo-Saxon to Norman rule.

Anglo-Saxon England
Edward the confessor
-He was king from 1042-66
He probably spoke French better than English
-He didn't like his most pow

Edward the Confessor and the Powerful Earls

Edward the Confessor, who reigned from 1042 to 1066, played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of late Anglo-Saxon England. Despite being king, Edward's power was balanced by influential earls, particularly Earl Godwin of Wessex.

Highlight: Edward the Confessor likely spoke French better than English, reflecting his upbringing in Normandy.

Earl Godwin of Wessex emerged as the most powerful Anglo-Saxon earl due to his control over the wealthiest earldom. His influence extended to the royal family through his daughter Edith's marriage to King Edward. However, tensions existed between Edward and Godwin, stemming from Godwin's alleged involvement in the murder of Edward's brother, Alfred.

Vocabulary: Earldom - The territory or jurisdiction under an earl's control.

The Godwin family's power continued through Earl Godwin's children. Tostig Godwinson became Earl of Northumbria but faced rebellion due to his unpopularity. His brother, Harold Godwinson, would later become the most influential earl and eventually king.

Example: The complex relationships within the nobility are exemplified by Tostig Godwinson's fall from power and his subsequent alliance with Harald Hardrada to invade England in 1066.

Other significant nobles included Edwin and Morcar, brothers who controlled two-thirds of the major earldoms by 1066. Their sister Edith's marriage to Harold Godwinson further intertwined the powerful families of Anglo-Saxon England.



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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

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Anna

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Thomas R

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Xander S

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16 Feb 2023

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Famous Anglo Saxon Figures in England: KS1 & KS2 Timeline and Warriors

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Evelyn Ridley

@ev_alice

Famous Anglo-Saxon People and their influence on England's history

The period of Anglo-Saxon rule in England was marked by influential figures who shaped the country's political landscape. This summary explores key personalities from the late Anglo-Saxon era, focusing on the... Show more

Anglo-Saxon England
Edward the confessor
-He was king from 1042-66
He probably spoke French better than English
-He didn't like his most pow

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The Rise of Harold Godwinson and the Norman Conquest

Harold Godwinson's ascent to power marked the culmination of the Godwin family's influence in Anglo-Saxon England. After his father's death in 1056, Harold became Earl of Wessex and was so powerful that he was unofficially referred to as "sub-regulus" or deputy king.

Definition: Sub-regulus - An informal title meaning "deputy king," indicating Harold's immense influence before becoming king.

The Witan, an advisory council composed of powerful earls, archbishops, and bishops, played a crucial role in selecting the next king. When Edward the Confessor died childless, the Witan chose Harold Godwinson as the new king, despite competing claims to the throne.

Highlight: The Witan's power to choose the next king, especially in the absence of a clear heir, was a significant aspect of Anglo-Saxon governance.

Harold's reign was immediately challenged by two formidable opponents:

  1. Harald Hardrada of Norway, who invaded England with the support of Harold's brother Tostig.
  2. William, Duke of Normandy, who claimed the throne based on an alleged promise from Edward the Confessor.

The year 1066 saw rapid and dramatic changes in England's rulership. Harold Godwinson defeated Harald Hardrada at the Battle of Stamford Bridge but was then defeated by William of Normandy at the Battle of Hastings.

Quote: "Who won the Battle of Hastings? William the Conqueror's victory at Hastings marked the end of Anglo-Saxon rule and the beginning of Norman control over England."

William the Conqueror, who had been Duke of Normandy since childhood, felt entitled to the English throne due to his previous support of Edward the Confessor. His victory at Hastings fundamentally altered the course of English history, introducing Norman rule and profoundly impacting England's culture, language, and governance.

Highlight: The Battle of Hastings in 1066 is one of the most famous and consequential events in English history, marking the transition from Anglo-Saxon to Norman rule.

Anglo-Saxon England
Edward the confessor
-He was king from 1042-66
He probably spoke French better than English
-He didn't like his most pow

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Edward the Confessor and the Powerful Earls

Edward the Confessor, who reigned from 1042 to 1066, played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of late Anglo-Saxon England. Despite being king, Edward's power was balanced by influential earls, particularly Earl Godwin of Wessex.

Highlight: Edward the Confessor likely spoke French better than English, reflecting his upbringing in Normandy.

Earl Godwin of Wessex emerged as the most powerful Anglo-Saxon earl due to his control over the wealthiest earldom. His influence extended to the royal family through his daughter Edith's marriage to King Edward. However, tensions existed between Edward and Godwin, stemming from Godwin's alleged involvement in the murder of Edward's brother, Alfred.

Vocabulary: Earldom - The territory or jurisdiction under an earl's control.

The Godwin family's power continued through Earl Godwin's children. Tostig Godwinson became Earl of Northumbria but faced rebellion due to his unpopularity. His brother, Harold Godwinson, would later become the most influential earl and eventually king.

Example: The complex relationships within the nobility are exemplified by Tostig Godwinson's fall from power and his subsequent alliance with Harald Hardrada to invade England in 1066.

Other significant nobles included Edwin and Morcar, brothers who controlled two-thirds of the major earldoms by 1066. Their sister Edith's marriage to Harold Godwinson further intertwined the powerful families of Anglo-Saxon England.

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Stefan S

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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

iOS user

Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

Basil

Android user

This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

Rohan U

Android user

I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

iOS user

Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

Basil

Android user

This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

Rohan U

Android user

I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user