Historical Events tagged with "witan"
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Edgar the Ætheling Proclaimed King of England
Following the death of Harold II at the Battle of Hastings, Edgar the Ætheling was proclaimed King of England by the Witan. Despite this proclamation, he never received a formal coronation. Within two months, he conceded power to William the Conqueror, marking a pivotal shift in English governance and the beginning of Norman rule in England.
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Following the death of Edward the Confessor, the Witan convened to confirm Harold Godwinson as King of England. His coronation took place that same day, setting the stage for a power struggle. Harold’s claim faced opposition from William of Normandy, leading to a significant succession crisis that would ultimately culminate in the Norman conquest.
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