1066: The Comet That Predicted the Fall of England
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For centuries, the Anglo-Saxons ruled a united Kingdom of England. But in March 1066, a terrifying "tailed star" blazed across the night sky. It was Halley’s Comet. To the Anglo-Saxons, it was a horrifying omen of absolute doom. But across the English Channel, the invading Normans saw a green light, adopting the fateful battle cry: "Nova Stella, Novus Rex"—A New Star, A New King. #AngloSaxons #NormanConquest #HistoryShorts #HalleysComet #1066 #BattleOfHastings #MedievalHistory #Omens
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