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460 – The White Tower

The British History Podcast

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The Construction of Power: A Castle and a Bishopric

This chapter explores the construction and strategic importance of a Norman castle in London during a tumultuous post-conquest era. It highlights the innovative use of Roman materials and the intriguing negotiations between William and architect Gundolf, who initially resists the project due to his passion for church architecture.

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