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Which battle in 1066 preceded Hastings by weeks, defeating the Norwegians?

  • Stamford Bridge
  • Fulford
  • Maldon

The answer is Stamford Bridge. Harold marched south straight after.

Battle of Stamford Bridge

The Battle of Stamford Bridge took place at the village of Stamford Bridge, East Riding of Yorkshire, in England, on 25 September 1066, between an English army under King Harold Godwinson and an invading Norwegian force led by King Harald Hardrada and the English king's brother Tostig Godwinson. After a bloody battle, both Hardrada and Tostig, along with most of the Norwegians, were killed. Although Harold Godwinson repelled the Norwegian invaders, his army was defeated by the Normans at Hastings less than three weeks later.

Wikipedia · Battle of Stamford Bridge