The defenders formed a compact line known as the “hoary apple-tree position” on the Senlac Ridge in which their flanks were guarded by steep ravines and the forest of Anderid covered their rear. The attackers had to march six miles and formed into three division north of Telham Hill. The crippling attack was delivered by Eustace of Boulogne against the right flank after the defenders had been drawn off by a feint retreat. Large-scale resistance ended after the death of King Harold Godwinson who had successfully defended his kingdom just weeks before at Stamford Bridge. For 10 points, identify this 1066 battle which made William the Conqueror king of England.
