Bayeux08
Bayeux08

Each entry ticket to the Bayeux Tapestry had a different scene from the tapestry. Here, I borrowed Genevieve's ticket for this photo.

It shows William forcing Harold to prove his loyalty by swearing that he would support William's claim to the English throne. When Harold went back against this oath by seizing the throne, William invaded England.

It's certain that when Harold was defeated and killed at the Battle of Hastings, the Normans saw this as divine retribution.

Here's a great YouTube video of the tapestry:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDaB-NNyM8o