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When did William the Conqueror defeat King Harold at the Battle of Hastings?

A1042
B1066 ✓
C1086
D1100

Explanation

1066 is one of the most famous dates in English history. William the Conqueror (Duke of Normandy) defeated King Harold II at the Battle of Hastings on 14 October 1066.

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