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Moreover, without William’s Norman reforms, the Anglo-Saxon Church would likely have retained more of its indigenous Celtic influences, diverging significantly from the Roman Catholic Church. This could lead to a uniquely Anglo-Saxon form of Christianity, potentially even setting the stage for a schism similar to the Eastern Orthodox Church’s separation from Rome.
A Different Course for English Expansion
Harold Ironside, if he had consolidated power, would likely have turned his attentions outward. With the fear of Viking raids neutralized, a victorious Harold might have launched campaigns against Scotland or even attempted to extend Anglo-Saxon influence into Scandinavia, possibly reviving older cultural ties.