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The Battle of Hastings was fought on 14 October 1066
Related questions (2)
easysingle choice
When did the Battle of Hastings take place?
14 October 1065
14 October 1066
25 December 1066
14 October 1086
Explanation
The Battle of Hastings took place on 14 October 1066. 1065 is one year too early, 25 December 1066 is when William was crowned, and 1086 is when the Domesday Book was completed.
hardsingle choice
What was the exact date of the Battle of Hastings?
25 September 1066
14 October 1066
1 November 1066
25 December 1066
Explanation
The Battle of Hastings took place on 14 October 1066. 25 September is too early (the Battle of Stamford Bridge was on 25 September), 1 November is incorrect, and 25 December 1066 was the date of William's coronation at Westminster Abbey, not the battle.