The Collapse of Society and the Rise of Arthurian Legends

This chapter explores the themes of societal collapse in medieval Britain, focusing on the persistence of elite ideas amidst disruptions from war and reduced record keeping. It also examines the appropriation of Arthurian legends by the Normans as a means to legitimize their rule, highlighting the myths' role in shaping cultural identity and historical narratives during challenging times.

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In this episode of History 102, 'WhatIfAltHist' creator Rudyard Lynch and co-host Austin Padgett do a fascinating deep dive into Medieval Britain.

They explore how a tiny population in northwest Europe shaped the modern world. From the fall of Roman Britain to the Norman Conquest, they unpack how the English created their cultural identity, legal code, and political system – innovations that still influence us today. Through Viking invasions, peasant revolts, and epic battles, they reveal how England emerged as one of history's most consequential nations despite its modest size.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Three Models of History & Medieval England's Significance

Fall of Roman Britain & The Anglo-Saxon Invasions

King Arthur and the Anglo-Saxon Myth

Anglo-Saxon Conquest: Genetics & Language

Christianity's Role in Medieval Britain