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By Melissa Snell, About.com Guide to Medieval History

Conquest

Wednesday October 14, 2009

On October 14, 1066, William of Normandy fought King Harold Godwinson at the Battle of Hastings, beginning a new era in English history. What events led to such a historic turning point? Who were the people involved? And what happened after the battle? Find out in this feature by your Guide, and test your knowledge in The Quest for Conquest Quiz.

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