Battle in East Sussex, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The First Norman Attack
— Battle of Hastings, 1066 —
William's men advance up the hill to attack the English shield wall. They are led by lightly armed foot soldiers and archers. Behind them are ranks of heavily armoured infantry and cavalry who will drive home the attack.
The fighting is ferocious. Above the clash of weapons there rise fierce battle cries and the groans of the injured and dying. But, with the advantage of the slope and their united mass behind a wall of shields, the English resist every assault.
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- The Norman knights on horseback assault the armoured infantry of the English shield wall. Visible in the ranks of both sides are the figures of archers, some of them armoured.
Detail from the Bayeux Tapestry - 11th century. By special permission of the City of Bayeux.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Events.
Location. 50° 54.825′ N, 0° 29.149′ E. Marker is in Battle, England, in East Sussex. Marker can be reached from the intersection of High Street and Park Lane, on the right when traveling south. Located along the battlefield path at the Battle of Hastings Battlefield. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Battle, England TN33 0AD, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Afternoon Assaults: Norman Trick Tactics (within shouting distance of this marker); Dusk. William Victorious (within shouting distance of this marker); Battle Formation (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named The First Norman Attack (about 90 meters away); The Outer Court (about 120 meters away); The Refectory (about 120 meters away); The Great Gatehouse (about 120 meters away); Parlour (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Battle.
Also see . . . English Heritage - 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield. (Submitted on January 16, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 16, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 97 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 16, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.