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Which count of Boulogne was listed among William's commanders at Hastings?
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Eustace II
Which Norman council approved William's planned expedition to England?
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Council of Lillebonne
In the English fyrd, one soldier was owed for every how many hides of land?
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Five
Which brother of Harold Godwinson supported Harald Hardrada's invasion of England?
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Tostig Godwinson
Which earldom did Harold Godwinson inherit from his father Godwin in 1053?
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Earl of Wessex
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Which Norman council approved William's planned expedition to England?
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Council of Lillebonne
Which brother of Harold Godwinson supported Harald Hardrada's invasion of England?
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Tostig Godwinson
Which earldom did Harold Godwinson inherit from his father Godwin in 1053?
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Earl of Wessex
Which Byzantine guard did some English veterans of Hastings later join?
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Varangian Guard
Which claimant was proclaimed king by the Witenagemot after Harold died at Hastings?
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Edgar Ætheling
Which woman reportedly identified Harold's body from marks only she knew?
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Edith the Fair
Which count was seriously wounded during the English stand at Malfosse?
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Eustace of Boulogne
What rumor caused confusion during the first Norman retreat at Hastings?
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William had been killed