The dramatic story of Harold, the king who lost England to William the Conqueror in one of history’s most famous clashes, has long held a firm place in British memory. Yet fresh research suggests that this familiar narrative may need to be reconsidered. The Battle of Hastings in 1066 brought an end to Harold’s brief reign as the last Anglo-Saxon king and marked the beginning of William, Duke of Normandy’s rule over England. This turning point is often portrayed as a decisive moment that