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202 – The Fall of Eoforwic

The British History Podcast

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The Origin and Evolution of the Name 'York'

Exploring the origin of the name York, from its Old Bretonic roots as 'place of the U-trees' to the Anglo-Saxon interpretation of Ephawitch meaning 'the town with abundant wild boar', and how it evolved over time. The chapter also touches on the historical figures of Kings Osmurth and Alal, and the ongoing war between the Danes and the Northmen.

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