The Story of 1066 part 2

Alex returns to the podcast as we continue our deep dive into the Story of 1066. In this episode, we step back in time to explore the foundations of early medieval England, beginning with the Kingdom of Wessex and the pivotal role of King Alfred the Great in shaping its future. Alex unpacks the significance of the Witan, the council of nobles and clergy that advised the Anglo-Saxon kings, and explains the Danegeld, the controversial tribute paid to Viking invaders. We also examine the reign of Æthelred the Unready and the challenges faced by the Kingdom of England, before turning our attention to the early years of Edward the Confessor—a king whose decisions would have lasting consequences for the fate of the realm.

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