21 episodes
Anglo Saxon England Podcast David Crowther
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4.9 • 214 Ratings
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This is the story of how a new country and culture emerged from the chaos of the Dark Ages; and the story of the period that laid the foundations of modern England. Now forms the first 21 episodes of The History of England
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21 His Years were full of Glory
Athelstan was a dynamic and effective ruler, in war, law, and diplomacy. As a war leader he established at least nominal overlordship of all Britain; his marriage alliances included the greatest of European rulers; and he increased the age of legal responsibility from 12 to 16.
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20 English Reconquest
The story of a brother and a sister - Æthelflæd and Edward, and their bid to reclaim the lands of the Danelaw, the north and east of England being settled by the Danes
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19 Pillar of the Western People
In 892, the vikings returned - and found a very different, much better prepared Wessex waiting for them. Until in 899, Alfred died to be succeeded by his Son, Edward, who would in the end turn the tables on the Vikings.
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18 Reconstruction and Defence
Alfred had earned Wessex and period of respite, between 878 and 892. In this time, Alfred laid the foundations not just for the defense against renewed invasions, but for the successes of the 10th century.
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17 Alfred and the Fight for Survival
Between 871 and 878, Wessex came close to extinction, as the Great Heathen Army, the Great Summer Army, and Guthrum the Dane came to conquer.
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16 The Great Heathen Army
Everything changed for Anglo Saxon England in 866; the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok came for conquest, not just treasure and slaves.
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Customer Reviews
Organized History of England
If you enjoy the History of England podcast, this organization of Anglo Saxon History is a fundamental listen.
Fantastic
So informative and often, so funny. Great content and delivery.
The Last Kingdom
I started to watch the "The Last Kingdom" on Netflix and wanted to find out if historical basis for what was portrayed on TV bears out with the historical record. I stubmled across Crowther to my delight. I enjoy how he interjects his wit into the subject matter. I definitely will finish the Anglo Saxon podcast and will look at other content he's created.
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