Harold II

Harold II, also known as King Harold Godwinson, was the last Anglo-Saxon king of England, reigning in 1066. He is best known for his role in the Battle of Hastings, where he faced William, the Duke of Normandy. Harold was a skilled warrior and politician who initially became king after the death of Edward the Confessor. His short rule ended when William defeated him, leading to the Norman conquest of England, which significantly changed the country’s culture, language, and governance. Harold’s leadership during a turbulent time is remembered as a pivotal moment in English history.