Battle of the Shield Wall

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkbp:aftermath establishment of Norman rule in England
gptkbp:casualties high on both sides
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:Politician
English
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Tostig_Godwinson
gptkb:King_Harold_II
gptkbp:cultural_representation inspired films
featured in documentaries
inspired video games
discussed in academic studies
depicted in various historical novels
gptkbp:date 1066
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Battle_of_Hastings
gptkbp:fought_in gptkb:Stamford_Bridge
September 25, 1066
gptkbp:historical_impact led to the decline of Norse influence in England
gptkbp:historical_significance highlighted the importance of leadership in battle
demonstrated the effectiveness of the English army
influenced future military engagements in England
marked the end of Viking expansion into England
showcased the use of tactics in medieval warfare
gptkbp:historical_source gptkb:Anglo-Saxon_Chronicle
Sagas of the Norse kings
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of the Shield Wall
gptkbp:involved_forces approximately 15,000 Norwegians
approximately 7,000 English
gptkbp:landscape river crossing
gptkbp:legacy influenced modern military strategy
commemorated in historical reenactments
celebrated in local folklore
inspired national pride in England
symbol of English resistance
gptkbp:location gptkb:England
gptkbp:notable_figures gptkb:King_Harold_II
gptkb:Harald_Hardrada
gptkbp:outcome end of Viking Age in England
gptkbp:preceded_by gptkb:Battle_of_Fulford
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Battle_of_Stamford_Bridge
gptkb:Battle_of_Hastings
gptkb:Norman_Conquest_of_England
Viking raids in England
Anglo-Saxon resistance to invasions
gptkbp:result decisive victory for the English
gptkbp:significance part of the Viking invasions of England
gptkbp:strategic_importance control of England
gptkbp:tactics flanking maneuvers
shield wall formation
gptkbp:type land battle
gptkbp:year 1066