The Norman Conquest of 1066 involved some important battles that changed a lot of things in England. Here’s a simple look at those battles and what happened next:

1. Battle of Stamford Bridge (September 25, 1066)

   • What happened: Harold Godwinson and his army won against the Norwegians.
   • The problem: Harold's troops were very tired, which made things harder for him later.

2. Battle of Hastings (October 14, 1066)

   • What happened: William the Conqueror and the Normans won big time.
   • The problem: Harold’s army was already worn out from the earlier fight.

3. What followed

   • The Normans took control of England, which caused a lot of chaos and pushback from the people.

To deal with these tough situations, Harold could have used better planning. This means he should’ve managed his resources well and made sure his troops were ready for the challenges of fighting in back-to-back battles.