Historic Minis: The Battle of Stamford

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Educational, Recurring Club, Other

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Children, Teens
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Ages 12-18 Come and play with the Historical Miniatures Gaming Society, Next Gen Inc. who have great experience in running games that are fun and challenging for players. Lots of fun, and learn some history as well ! 

The Battle of Stamford Bridge

September 25, 1066
Hearing the news of the Danish invasion to the north, King Harold Godwinson marched his army 190 miles from London in just 4 days, collecting additional troops along the way.  The march was so quick, that the Danes had no idea he was even in the vicinity.  What followed was a brutal battle of shield walls at Stamford Bridge.  This battle is traditionally viewed as the end of the Viking Age.

However, although victorious, King Harold now learned of a Norman invasion in the south. He marched back south and faced William “The Conqueror” at Hastings to decide who would control all of England.