125 – King Oswiu: A Gathering Storm
The British History Podcast
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Hiding the Heir and Waging War: The Dangerous Game of the Mercian Nobles
Three Mercian nobles hide the last son of King Penda, facing the ruthless tactics of King Ida's bloodline. The subsequent war and speculation on a violent uprising between the Mercians and the foreign king's officers are explored, with a focus on the unlikelihood of a peaceful resolution.
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