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339 – Cnut the Conqueror

The British History Podcast

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The Culture of Corruption and Political Savvy

This chapter explores how the culture of corruption affected King Edmund and allowed Canute to exploit the political landscape to his advantage. It highlights Canute's rise to power through his political savvy rather than just military might, as well as the complexities of governance in England.

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