The famous battle fought in 1066, leading to Norman control of England, is the Battle of Hastings. This pivotal confrontation occurred on October 14, where William, Duke of Normandy, faced King Harold II of England. Following the death of Edward the Confessor, a disputed succession led to Harold's hastily assembled forces confronting William's well-prepared army. The battle is notable for the decisive Norman victory, which resulted in Harold's death and William's ascension to the English throne as William the Conqueror. This conquest significantly transformed English society, culture, and governance, introducing Norman influence that reshaped England's history.