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Harold Godwinson was one of the most powerful men in England, though he was not of royal blood. On his deathbed, Edward is supposed to have bequeathed the crown to Harold. However, William of Normandy claimed Edward had promised him the crown.
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What Scandinavian King also felt he had a claim to the throne, and invaded England mere weeks before William did?
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