Wulfhere, ever the opportunist, realises that the Saxons' success at Stamford Bridge may well create new chances for him to acquire the wealth he dreams of.
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Prince Olaf, the son of King Hardrada, is given the unenviable task of convincing the surviving Vikings gathered at Riccal that there is no point in continuing the fight. King Harold offers him an opportunity to return home with some diginity, but claims the bulk of the Norse fleet.
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The battle enters its final stage and it will be a bloody affair. There is no love lost between the Saxons and the Vikings. This will be their greatest victory over their ancient enemies.
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The battles recommences and the Saxons push to finish the conflict. Coenred spies a chance not only to destroy the enemy's resolve, but also to free Mildryth of the shadow that had fallen over her of late. If he succeeds then he will also exact some revenge on her part too.
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The Battle of Stamford Bridge fell into two halves. After the death of King Hardrada, Tostig Godwinson took command of the Viking forces.
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The time for talking is over, now comes the time for fighting. Although Harald Hardrada has been caught unawares by King Harold of England, he still holds a commanding position on top of a hill.
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At last, the Saxons come face to face with the the invading Vikings. Amongst their ranks are veterans from the Battle of Fulford Gate, led by Coenred, and they are hungry for blood.
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It is a matter of historical debate whether or not a giant Viking held the bridge at Stamford against the Saxon army, but for an author, it is too exciting an episode not to include.
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The Saxon army closes on the Vikings at Stamford Bridge. King Harold prepares his men with a speech designed to fire their blood for revenge. The defeat at Fulford Gate is inspiration enough.
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The City of York is free, but the battles has not been won yet. Even as the people cheer the king and his army, they wave goodbye to many of their men as well. Mildryth is one of those women.
Peter C Whitaker 