
Life of the Week: Harold Godwinson (Harold II)
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Harold Godwinson: Rise to Power and Defeat
This chapter discusses Harold Godwinson's rise to becoming the king of England in 1066 and his ultimate defeat by William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings. It explores his ties to the Danish ruling dynasty, his early years and rise to power, as well as the key people in his life.
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