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1064 Collection

In the year 1064, significant events unfolded in Britain under Norman influence

Background image1064 Collection: Events / Britain / Norman

Events / Britain / Norman
King Edward the Confessor sends Harold, earl of Wessex, to confirm to William, duke of Normandy, that he will succeed him on the English throne

Background image1064 Collection: Harold Godwinson Swearing Oath Maintain Rights

Harold Godwinson Swearing Oath Maintain Rights
Harold Godwinson, swearing an oath to maintain the rights of the Duke of Normandy to the English throne, 1064. Harold Godwinson, c. 1022 -1066, aka Harold II. Last crowned Anglo-Saxon English king

Background image1064 Collection: Boeing 727-224 N66732

Boeing 727-224 N66732 (msn 20661 / 1064), of Continental Air Lines. Date: circa 1992

Background image1064 Collection: MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet ECM 16+27

MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet ECM 16+27
Luftwaffe - MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet ECM 16+27 (msn 1064), of JBG-32, at Boscombe Down for the Air Tournament International on 13 June 1992. Date: 1992

Background image1064 Collection: Harold swears fealty to Duke William

Harold swears fealty to Duke William
Allegedly after being shipwrecked on the French coast in 1064 (a date highly disputed amongst historians), The Bayeux Tapestry, and other Norman sources

Background image1064 Collection: HAROLD SWEARS FEALTY

HAROLD SWEARS FEALTY
Harold, king of the English, swears fealty to Guillaume, duc de Normandie (William I) Date: 1064

Background image1064 Collection: Harold Pays Homage

Harold Pays Homage
Harold, king of the English, swears fealty to Guillaume, duc de Normandie (William I) Date: 1064

Background image1064 Collection: Harold Swears (Doyle)

Harold Swears (Doyle)
Harold, king of the English, swears fealty to Guillaume, duc de Normandie (William I)

Background image1064 Collection: Norman Conquest 1 of 16

Norman Conquest 1 of 16
Harold sets sail to confirm to William, duke of Normandy that he will succeed Edward the Confessor on the English throne

Background image1064 Collection: Bayeux Tapestry 1067: Harold Godwinson, Earl of Wessex (Harold II) swearing oath

Bayeux Tapestry 1067: Harold Godwinson, Earl of Wessex (Harold II) swearing oath of fealty to William of Normandy (William I, the Conqueror) on holy relics, 1064

Background image1064 Collection: Sopwith Two-seater Scout Spinning Jenny 1064

Sopwith Two-seater Scout Spinning Jenny 1064
Sopwith Two-seater Scout Spinning Jenny, 1064

Background image1064 Collection: Bayeux Tapestry 1067: Conan of Brittany under attack at Dinan, hands keys of fortress

Bayeux Tapestry 1067: Conan of Brittany under attack at Dinan, hands keys of fortress to William of Normandy. William honoured Harold, Earl of Wessex, for his assistance

Background image1064 Collection: Bayeux Tapestry 1067: In 1064 messengers from William of Normandy demand of Count

Bayeux Tapestry 1067: In 1064 messengers from William of Normandy demand of Count Guy the release of Earl Harold Godwinson (later Harold II, Anglo-Saxon king of England)

Background image1064 Collection: Man with Axe / Bayeux 3 / 16

Man with Axe / Bayeux 3 / 16
Man with an axe

Background image1064 Collection: Harold Swears Fealty

Harold Swears Fealty
Harold, earl of Wessex, touching holy reliquaries with either hand, swears fealty (allegiance) to Guillaume, duc de Normandie, later William I of England

Background image1064 Collection: Norman Conquest 2 of 16

Norman Conquest 2 of 16
Earl Harold sails to France

Background image1064 Collection: Norman Conquest 4 of 16

Norman Conquest 4 of 16
Negotiations between Harold and William; Harold agrees to marry Williams daughter Aelfgyve

Background image1064 Collection: Norman Conquest 6 of 16

Norman Conquest 6 of 16
Conan surrenders : Harold is knighted by William; they ride together to Bayeux where Harold, touching reliquaries, swears fealty to William, then he returns to England

Background image1064 Collection: Norman Conquest 5 of 16

Norman Conquest 5 of 16
Harold helps William against Conan, duc de Bretagne; though caught in quicksands near Mont St Michel, they force Conan to flee from Dol, and attack Rennes and Dinan

Background image1064 Collection: Norman Conquest 1 of 16

Norman Conquest 1 of 16
King Edward the Confessor sends Harold, earl of Wessex, to confirm to William, duke of Normandy, that he will succeed him on the English throne


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In the year 1064, significant events unfolded in Britain under Norman influence. Meanwhile, across the globe, aviation history was being made with the Boeing 727-224 N66732 and MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet ECM 16+27 taking flight. Back in Britain, a pivotal moment occurred as Harold, an English nobleman, swore fealty to Duke William of Normandy. This act marked a turning point in history as it set the stage for future events that would shape the nation. Harold's homage to Duke William showcased his loyalty and commitment to their alliance. The Bayeux Tapestry beautifully depicts this scene from the Norman Conquest of 1066, capturing Harold's solemn oath. The significance of Harold swearing fealty cannot be understated; it laid the foundation for political changes and power shifts within Britain. As we delve into these historical accounts like Doyle's "Harold Swears, " we gain deeper insights into this transformative era. Meanwhile, amidst these historical happenings on land, aviation enthusiasts marveled at technological advancements such as the Boeing 727-224 N66732 and MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet ECM 16+27 taking flight. These aircraft symbolized progress and innovation in air travel during this time period. As we reflect on both British history and aviation milestones from that era, it is fascinating how different aspects of society were progressing simultaneously. From Harold paying homage to Duke William to Franz Bohmer's official apartment or Poznan Castle plans detected years later by unknown individuals—each event leaves its mark on our collective memory. Ultimately, whether through sworn oaths or soaring planes above us—the year 1064 remains etched in our minds as a testament to human ambition and resilience across various realms of life.