Battle of Hastings 1066

The two games we played were about the Battle of Hastings 1066. The first game was a choice game. We had to choose between two sayings. Each one created a different ending, either Duke William's death or King Harold's death. This game was boring, but I learned from it. I learned that whatever choice you take effects the ending of the battle. Whoever makes the decisions is in charge. The battle relies on them. The second game we played was a strategy role playing game.We got to choose which team to move and if they should attack. You can choose your archers, knights, King, and just your men. You have to aim with your archers and shoot just right. If you shoot too long or short it could hurt your team. I learned that if you do one thing wrong you can ruin your fight. In 1066 King Harold ruled England after King Edward died. Many people did not agree with this, such as, Duke William and King Harald. This conflict led into the Battle of Hastings. The battle was between England against Normandy and England against Norway. These two countries both wanted the power of England. What we know today is that King Harald was killed in battle with his men and the fleeing men left with less than half of the boats they came in. When it came down to England against Normandy the english had the advantage. They were placed at the top of a hill and could kill all of the men running uphill, but the Normans were smart they pretended to flee. The English ran after them and then the Normans turned around and killed them all. It is told that King Harold was shot in the eye and died. Duke of William turned into the King of England, King William of England. This is a valuble learning experiance because it is fun and you learn. There are not many games that are about history and are fun. This game teaches you more about the battle and you get to FIGHT!