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The Middle Ages in 5 Facts

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The Manipulation of Arthur's Grave

This chapter explores the political propaganda surrounding the alleged grave of King Arthur in Glastonbury and its connections to Welshness. It delves into the motivations behind Henry II's co-opting of a Welsh national hero and the financial incentives involved. The chapter also discusses the manipulation of power and propaganda during the Middle Ages, highlighting the use of relics and the depiction of Arthur as dead and English to reinforce the idea of subjugation.

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