The source, The Norwegian Invasion of England in 1066, is a historical account of the invasion of England by Harald Hardrada, King of Norway, in 1066. The book analyzes the historical context leading up to the invasion, including the political landscape of England, the rivalry between Harold and Tostig Godwinson, and the Anglo-Saxon military organization. It then focuses on the battles of Fulford Gate and Stamford Bridge, exploring the strategies, tactics, and key figures involved in both conflicts. The author draws on various sources, including primary texts like the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle and the Norwegian Kings’ Sagas, as well as secondary scholarly works, to present a comprehensive historical narrative of the Norwegian invasion and its significance in shaping the political landscape of England.
SOURCE
The Norwegian Invasion of England in 1066 Warfare in
History, 1358-779X
author : DeVries, Kelly.
publisher : Boydell & Brewer Ltd.
isbn10 | asin : 0851157637
print isbn13 : 9780851157634
ebook isbn13 : 9780585372860