The British History Podcast 439 – Juggling Responsibilities
Feb 3, 2024
This podcast explores the life of William, the Duke of Normandy, and his son Robert. It discusses the power dynamics in European aristocracy, the rise of tournaments in medieval Europe, the secret support of a powerful woman, potential succession crisis and feuds in England and Normandy, and the creation of kings' forests by King William.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Juggling Responsibilities and the Power Dynamics of the European Aristocracy
02:24 • 3min
The Popularity of Tournaments and the Reactions Towards Them
05:17 • 3min
Power Dynamics and Secret Support
07:51 • 11min
Succession Crisis and Feuds in England and Normandy
18:45 • 8min
The Creation of Kings' Forests
26:50 • 8min