Episode 43: Anglo-Saxon Monsters and Mythology
The History of English Podcast
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Warbands and Animal Cults
Explore the emergence of traditions and mythologies around warbands in early Germanic culture. Learn about the animal cult and initiation rites of warriors, as well as the belief in invulnerability of berserkers. Discover the connections between bears, wolves, and the concept of the werewolf.
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