King Harold II Sweatshirt — The Fighting Man, Kite Shield Design | Heritage Clothing
S / Charcoal
£43.58
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King Harold II Sweatshirt — The Fighting Man, Kite Shield Design | Heritage Clothing
£43.58
King Harold II Sweatshirt — The Fighting Man, Kite Shield Design
The Bayeux Tapestry calls him the Fighting Man. Harold Godwinson — Earl of Wessex, kite shield raised, standing on Senlac Hill — was the last king of England appointed by the Witan. He had already beaten one invasion that autumn at Stamford Bridge. He marched his exhausted army south and met the Normans on a Sussex hillside. By dusk, the Anglo-Saxon world was over. This design captures the banner of that defiance — the Fighting Man's kite shield, the mark of a king who refused to yield. Wear it as a quiet tribute to the king who fought to the last.
Product features
- Unisex adult fit — true to size across S–2XL
- 50/50 cotton-poly blend, 8.0 oz/yd² — warm, durable, and comfortable
- Tubular knit with no side seams for a smooth silhouette
- Ribbed knit collar and double-needle stitching throughout
- OEKO-TEX certified — ethically sourced US cotton, made in Nicaragua
- Available in 12 colours: Charcoal, Dark Heather, Heliconia, Irish Green, Light Blue, Light Pink, Red, Sand, Sport Grey, White, Military Green, Royal
- Made in Nicaragua
Size guide
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 20.00 | 22.01 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), in | 33.50 | 34.50 | 35.50 | 36.50 | 37.50 |
Care instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Tumble dry low heat
- Do not dry clean
Frequently asked questions
Who was King Harold II?
Harold Godwinson was Earl of Wessex and the last Anglo-Saxon King of England — the final king appointed by the Witan. Crowned on 6 January 1066, he defeated the Norwegian invasion at Stamford Bridge before falling at the Battle of Hastings on 14 October 1066.
What does "The Fighting Man" refer to?
The Bayeux Tapestry depicts the Battle of Hastings with Harold shown as the fighting man — kite shield raised, standing his ground on Senlac Hill. It is one of the most enduring images in English history.
What is the Witan?
The Witan — or Witenagemot — was the Anglo-Saxon council of senior nobles, bishops, and advisors who held the power to appoint and depose kings. Harold Godwinson was their choice. His death at Hastings ended not just a reign but an entire system of governance.
Is this a unisex fit?
Yes — the sweatshirt is a unisex adult fit, true to size across S–2XL, and suits both men and women.
Is this available as a t-shirt?
Yes — also available as the King Harold II T-Shirt — The Fighting Man, Kite Shield Design for a lighter option.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes — a strong gift for fans of Anglo-Saxon history, the Battle of Hastings, reenactors, history teachers, or anyone who wears their heritage with pride.
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Product information: Gildan 18000, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults only. Made in Nicaragua.
Care instructions: Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F). Non-chlorine bleach as needed. Tumble dry low heat. Do not dry clean.
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