The famous battle that took place in 1066 is the Battle of Hastings. Fought on October 14, 1066, this pivotal battle was part of the Norman Conquest of England. It was fought between the Norman forces led by Duke William of Normandy and the English army commanded by King Harold II. William's victory at Hastings led to the fall of the Anglo-Saxon rule of England and marked a significant turning point in English history. The battle resulted in profound changes in governance, culture, and language, introducing Norman influences into English society.