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392 – The Night is Dark and Full of Terrors

The British History Podcast

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Brutal and Sadistic Actions: The Norman Conquest

Exploring the extreme brutality and sadistic behavior of Duke William and his army during the Norman Conquest, including sexual mutilation, defiling, and rewarding acts of violence. This chapter also discusses the Pope's blessing of the army and the relentless pursuit of the English, resulting in a significant amount of death and the removal of any hope of surrender.

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