The Perjured Crown

The story delves into the pivotal encounter between Earl Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy, which occurred two years before the Battle of Hastings. After being shipwrecked, Harold spends a summer with William, during which he allegedly swears an oath concerning the English throne. However, the reliability of this oath is questioned, as the Bayeux Tapestry is considered Norman propaganda. The narrative explores the truth behind the events leading up to the conflict, challenging the established historical narrative.