Why did William the Conquerer win the Battle of Hastings?

Evidence why William the conquerer won the Battle of Hastings.

OCR Syllabus British History Period Studies

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Why was Harold's army not necessarily that weak?
The Western fyrd (eg Hereford) had not fought at Stamford Bridge so were fairly fresh.
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What evidence is there that Harold was over confident?
He sent away some of his men before the battle and he immediatly marched to the battle without pausing in London to allow reinforcements and rest for his men.
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How important was William feigned attack?
very important because without it Harold
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What evidence is there that Harold was over confident?

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He sent away some of his men before the battle and he immediatly marched to the battle without pausing in London to allow reinforcements and rest for his men.

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How important was William feigned attack?

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