Cassell's History of England, Vol. 1 (of 8) From the Roman Invasion to the Wars of the Roses
CHAPTER IX.
EARL GODWIN AND HAROLD.
Harold and Harthacanute--The Murder of Alfred--Accession of Harthacanute--His Reconciliation with Godwin--The Punishment of Worcester--Edward the Confessor--His Election--Influx of Normans--The Family of Godwin--Conduct of Sweyn--The Outbreak at Dover--Godwin's Rebellion and Outlawry--William of Normandy's Visit to England--Godwin's Attempt to Return--His Appearance in the Thames--His Restoration to Power--Death of Godwin--His Place taken by Harold--Siward's Invasion of Scotland and his Death--Death of Leofric and Punishment of Ælfgar--Church Building of Harold and Edward--Harold's Conquest of Wales--Turbulence of Tostig--Death of the Atheling Edward--Candidature of Harold 66