A recent archaeological discovery in Bosham, England, has revealed the possible location of King Harold's palace, two years before his death at the Battle of Hastings. The key finding was an 'en suite' toilet, a feature typically found in high-status homes of the 10th and 11th centuries.
Archaeologists have made a significant discovery pinpointing the location of King Harold's palace in Sussex, England , two years before his death at the Battle of Hastings. This breakthrough was made possible by the identification of an 'en suite' toilet on a modern-day property near a church in Bosham , a coastal village.
Experts believe that the presence of this indoor toilet, a feature commonly found in high-status homes during the 10th and 11th centuries, strongly suggests the site belonged to the last Anglo-Saxon king. The discovery aligns with historical accounts and recent archaeological findings, including the existence of a private port, a water mill, a deer park, and a church on this estate.The newfound location is particularly significant because Bosham is featured prominently in the Bayeux Tapestry, a renowned medieval artwork depicting the Norman Conquest of England. The tapestry portrays King Harold's final farewells before sailing to Normandy, just two years before his fatal encounter with William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings. The tapestry depicts a vibrant feast scene in the king's banqueting hall, featuring revelers with drinking horns, followed by Harold's descent to the river for his ill-fated voyage. This recent discovery adds a concrete link between historical accounts, archaeological evidence, and the iconic Bayeux Tapestry, shedding new light on the life and times of King Harold
KING HAROLD BAYEUX TAPESTRY BATTLE OF HASTINGS ARCHAEOLOGY ENGLAND BOSHAM NORMAN CONQUEST HISTORY MEDIEVAL
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