Norman Conquest: Battle of Hastings 1066 (+ 14 more historical events on this day!)

A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History · Oct 14, 2024 · 11m

A Daily Dose of History (14 Oct 2024)

Today's historical events:

The Norman conquest of England begins with the Battle of Hastings.

Robert the Bruce of Scotland defeats King Edward II of England at the Battle of Old Byland, forcing Edward to accept Scotland's independence.

Mary, Queen of Scots, goes on trial for conspiracy against Queen Elizabeth I of England.

The General Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony enacts the first punitive legislation against the Religious Society of Friends.

Seven Years' War: Frederick the Great suffers a rare defeat at the Battle of Hochkirch.

The first recorded…