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The Norman Conquest is a six-part animated series that explores the key events of the battle for the throne in 1066 and how William the Conqueror secured power.

These short animated films might be suitable for teaching Key Stage 2 (teacher review is recommended prior to use in class), up to Key Stage 3, GCSE and National 4 and 5.

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1066: The claimants to the throne (1/6) video

Edward the Confessor died in January 1066 without a son or heir. Who would be chosen to be king?

1066: The claimants to the throne (1/6)

1066: The Battle of Fulford (2/6) video

In the first major battle of 1066, the Viking king of Norway, and Harold Godwinson's own brother Tostig, invade the north of England.

1066: The Battle of Fulford (2/6)

1066: The Battle of Stamford Bridge (3/6) video

The Battle of Stamford Bridge was the second major battle in the fight for the throne in 1066 and two of the four contenders were killed.

1066: The Battle of Stamford Bridge (3/6)

1066: The Battle of Hastings (4/6) video

William of Normandy arrives in Sussex for the decisive battle of the Norman Conquest.

 1066: The Battle of Hastings (4/6)

1066: Revolt and resistance (6/6) video

How did the Anglo-Saxons resist Norman rule after 1066?

1066: Revolt and resistance (6/6)
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Use these Bitesize resources to set homework, independent study tasks or to consolidate learning for your pupils.

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