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Harold Godwinson: The Norman Conquest Catalyst (+ 10 more historical events on this day!)
A Daily Dose of History (06 Jan 2025)
Today's historical events:
Following the death of Edward the Confessor on the previous day, the Witan meets to confirm Harold Godwinson as the new King of England; Harold is crowned the same day, sparking a succession crisis that will eventually lead to the Norman conquest of England.
Philip of Swabia undergoes a second coronation as King of the Romans.
Stephen Uroš III is crowned King of Serbia, having defeated his half-brother Stefan Konstantin in battle. His son is crowned "young king" in the same ceremony.
Charles IV of Bohemia is crowned with the…
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