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946 years ago today the Viking warriors of Harold Hardrada met the Saxon soldiers of King Harold Godwinson at the Battle of Stamford Bridge. After a horrifically bloody encounter Hardrada and most of the Norwegian invaders lay dead.
There was no time for Godwinson to celebrate his victory however, as he had to march his already battered army 226 miles down to Hastings to fight the Normans. Here he was defeated and killed by the man who would be known as William the Conqueror.
Above is a re-enactment of The Battle of Stamford Bridge which took place this weekend. Participants included Volsung Vikings who are based in York.
Taking part in Ruby Tuesday
Wonderful action shot Deb and fascinating history too- I like the deep reds of their uniforms and glad you spared us any red (or blue) blood...
ReplyDeleteI have long thought that Harold and indeed England were unlucky with the timing of the raid by the Norsemen.
ReplyDeleteThis would be fun to see!! Great shot!
ReplyDeleteMust be fun to watch!!
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Have a great Tuesday!
That's a delightfully un-bloody battle scene you've shown us...I don't really want to imagine what it was truly like in those days!
ReplyDeleteMust have been fun to watch. Happy RT2.
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Guys having fun!
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ReplyDeleteI played too. Mine are here and here.
Here we are remembering The War of 1812 with many re-enactments. We think that a 200 year old battle is ancient. We are so young.
ReplyDeleteLove it, well done and thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteFantastic post, thank you.
ReplyDeleteYou caught the action here.
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