RIHC: Heroic Vikings, Greek Epics, and The Rules of War

Who was Harald Hardrada - viking king, dragon fighter, and bodyguard to the Byzantine emperor - and why was he such an extraordinary historical figure? Given their extensive knowledge of the past and historical contexts, would historians make good political leaders? What happened to the Welsh church following the Anglo-Saxon conquest? When was the economic and global political decline of Britain in the 1960s and 1970s set in motion? Who was the first Frankish ruler to speak French rather than Frankish? Has the significance of some of the most famous battles of all time been overblown? Did they really make that much of a difference? And, how are codes of warfare established? Join Tom and Dominic for this week's bonus episode, as they answer some fascinating historical questions. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor