1066 Collection (page 7)

William I, The Conqueror, (1027-1087) king of England from 1066. Here William s
William I, The Conqueror, (1027-1087) king of England from 1066. Here Williams eldest son Robert ot Normandy called Curthose (c1054-1134)

Ships of William the Conqueror 1066

the Death of William the Conqueror, Drawn by J. Gilbert, 1861
" the Death of William the Conqueror, " Drawn by J. Gilbert, 1861

Bayeux Boats - 2
William of Normandy orders trees to be felled to build ships, which are then dragged down to the sea-shore to carry his troops across the Channel to England Date: 1066

Edward Confessor / Butler
EDWARD THE CONFESSOR King of England (1042-66) Date: 1004-1066

WILLIAM I 1027-1087
WILLIAM I THE CONQUEROR Reigned 1066-1087 Date: 1027 - 1087

William I (Warren)
WILLIAM I THE CONQUEROR Reigned 1066-1087 Date: 1027 - 1087

BATTLE OF HASTINGS, 1066. William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings, 14 October 1066. Line engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Philip James de Loutherbourg

BATTLE OF HASTINGS, 1066. The death of King Harold II at the Battle of Hastings. Wood engraving, 19th century

KING WILLIAM I (1027-1087) of England. Known as William the Conqueror, reviewing his army on his arrival in England, 1066. Wood engraving, 19th century, after Alphonse de Neuville

Harold II dies at the Battle of Hastings
Harold II, King of England, meets his end at the Battle of Hastings. How he actually died is not known for certain, but this illustration chooses the arrow in the eye theory. Date: 14 October 1066

Harold II at the Battle of Hastings
Harold II, King of England, fights for his life in vain at the Battle of Hastings, where he is defeated and killed by the invading Norman forces under the command of William the Conqueror Date

Bayeux Tapestry (4 of 8)
A black and white depiction of the Bayeux Tapestry. In this section, Harold Godwinson is crowned King Harold II of England

Ships of the Conquest
696 vessels of this type, similar to Viking boats, are used by duke William to bring his forces to England. Each carries about 100 men. In the foreground is the Commander s. Date: 1066

GGBR2A-00072
European ships of the 11th century, the time of William the Conqueror. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

GGBR2A-00071
Norman Invaders landing on the English coast, 1066. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The entrance gatetower to Battle Abbey, site of the Battle of Hastings, 1066, Battle, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Battle Abbey, built by William the Conqueror after the Battle Hastings 1066, Battle, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Invasion Armour 1066
Armour & weapons are loaded onto ships for the Norman invasion

Norman Conquest 15 of 16
BATTLE OF HASTINGS Battle rages: William raises his helmet to show he is still alive

Norman Events 16 of 16
BATTLE OF HASTINGS The English army is cut to pieces

Norman Conquest 11 of 16
A messenger tells of Harolds approach, and William prepares for battle, burning down an inconvenient building

Norman Conquest Detail
A messenger tells of Harolds approach

Norman Conquest 10 of 16
Williams cavalry land and head for Hastings to obtain supplies

Norman Conquest 12 of 16
William and his men advance to meet Harolds army

Norman Conquest 14 of 16
BATTLE OF HASTINGS The Norman horsemen charge the English infantry

Norman Conquest 13 of 16
BATTLE OF HASTINGS A sentinel tells Harold of the approaching Normans

Norman Conquest 1066
Harold tells King Edward of his mission

William Grants Lands
William I, having won the throne of Britain, grants lands to his followers - in this case, his nephew, le comte de Bretagne

Bayeux Boats - 3
William of Normandys fleet carries his troops across the Channel to England

Bayeux Boats - 1
Vessel in which Harold returned to England after visiting William in Normandy

Harolds Ship
Harold coming to anchor on the coast of Norway

Burial of King Edward
The burial of king Edward the Confessor in the church of Saint Peter (Westminster Abbey)

William Receives Crown
William, duke of Normandy, receives the crown of England from church and state

Norman Conquests
William, duke of Normandy, claiming to have been promised the English crown, sails from France to England to do battle with Harold who has had himself crowned

Cornation of Harold
Harold, earl of Wessex, is crowned king of England despite the claim of William, duke of Normandy

Events / Britain / Norman
BATTLE OF HASTINGS William, duke of Normandy, defeats the English army led by Harold

Halleys Comet 1066
At the coronation of Harold, astrologers are dismayed by the appearance of Halleys Comet, which they interpret as an evil omen

Norman Conquest 9 of 16
Weapons and wine are put on the ships, the soldiers embark and the invasion fleet crosses the Channel, landing at Pevensey

Norman Conquest 8 of 16
Spies tell William that Harold has been crowned : he orders an invasion fleet to be built, and the vessels are launched

King Edward the Confessor
EDWARD THE CONFESSOR King of England (reigned 1042-66)

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"1066: The Epic Tale of Conquest and Destiny" Step back in time to the year 1066, a pivotal moment in history that forever changed the course of England. The Bayeux Tapestry, an exquisite masterpiece woven with intricate details, vividly portrays the Norman Conquest. As you gaze upon it, immerse yourself in the drama and chaos that unfolded during this era. Take a closer look at the Map of England in 1066; witness how different kingdoms vied for power and control over these lands. Amongst them was King Harold's army, his foot soldiers armed with spears and battle axes as depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry. These brave warriors fought valiantly against their adversaries. The Battle of Hastings IC008_018 comes alive before your eyes. Feel the intensity as armies clash on English soil; witness William's forces pitted against King Harold's troops. Wilkin - Battle of Hastings K021254 captures a critical moment where fate hangs by a thread. Tragedy strikes when King Harold meets his untimely demise according to Death of King Harold depicted on Bayeux Tapestry. Normandy mourns its fallen king while Europe watches closely as power dynamics shift across nations. Delve deeper into history with glimpses from Page from Anglo-Saxon Chronicle – firsthand accounts chronicling this monumental event. Every stroke on Bayeux Tapestry tells tales etched forever within our collective memory. William the Conqueror J980082 emerges victorious from this tumultuous period, leaving an indelible mark on English society. His triumph is immortalized through depictions like Battle of Hastings J000010 and Battle of Hastings J000018 – scenes filled with valor and sacrifice. As we reflect upon "1066, " let us remember how one year shaped destinies, altered landscapes, and defined generations to come.