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The Middle Ages in 5 Facts

Dan Snow's History Hit

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Ruthless and Dramatic Royal Siblings in the Middle Ages

This chapter delves into the dramatic and antagonistic relationships between medieval royal siblings, discussing how younger siblings often got away with more while older siblings had to fight for their positions. It also shares a story about Edward IV executing his brother George by drowning him in a barrel of wine, leading to speculations and jokes about the logistics of the execution.

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