William had demanded and received Harold's release, then during his stay under William's protection it is claimed, by the Normans, that Harold swore "a solemn oath" of loyalty to William.
William nõudis ja saavutas Haroldi vabastamise, siis Williami kaitse all olemise ajal (normannide poolt väidetuna) vandus Harold Williamile truudust (a solemn oath).