British History Quiz

How well do you know British history?

Questions are totally random - there's no pass or fail here, no high score to achieve. This isn't a school classroom, just a bit of fun if you enjoy history! Some questions are easy, some are more challenging. Includes questions on all of the UK.

Question:

This battle outside York saw the triumph of Harold Hardrada of Norway over Edwin and Morcar, Earls of Mercia and Northumbria respectively

Clue

Hardrada's victory forced King Harold of England to march hurriedly north to give battle at Stamford Bridge

Another clue

Harald was aided by King Harold's rebellious brother, Tostig



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