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A medieval historian explores the previously overlooked bond between William of Normandy and Harold Godwinson before they became mortal enemies, shedding new light on the historical context behind the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
A new study argues that the tragic story of King Harold Godwinson and the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066, where he lost England to William the Conqueror, has been completely misunderstood for decades.
New research suggests that a legendary 200-mile march by Harold Godwinson, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England, may have actually involved some ships.