Harold Godwinson

decisive patriotic strategic

Last Anglo-Saxon King of England (1066); defender against both Viking (Harold Hardrada) and Norman (William the Conqueror) invasions; fatally wounded at the Battle of Hastings.

3 appearances

Saxon Defenses

Also known as: Harold II, King Harold, Harold of England

Harold Godwinson's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

3 moments

S2E38 · A Battle of Wits

Doctor realizes Monk’s deliberate interference

Not directly observable, but inferred to be determined and focused on defending England from invasion.

Harold Godwinson is mentioned by Edith as the reason the village’s men have abandoned their homes to join his army. His call to arms is revealed to be a misdirection …

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S2E38 · A Battle of Wits

Doctor reveals future history to Edith

Not directly observable, but implied to be resolute in the face of the Viking threat, unaware of the Monk’s larger scheme or his own impending defeat at Hastings.

Harold Godwinson is mentioned by Edith as the leader who has formed an army to counter the Viking threat, his name serving as a symbol of Saxon resistance. The Doctor’s …

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S2E38 · A Battle of Wits

Doctor rejects delay to confront Monk

Absent but implied; his historical role is discussed with a mix of respect and foreknowledge of his eventual defeat.

Harold Godwinson is referenced in dialogue as the king who has formed an army to counter the Viking invasion. His eventual defeat at the Battle of Hastings is mentioned by …

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Affiliation

Harold Godwinson’s Army

Anglo-Saxon Military Defense Against 1066 Viking Invasion