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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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  • Robert's victory over William in battle humiliated William and weakened his reputation, highlighting his diminished status.
  • Robert gained sympathy and support among continental nobility through his storytelling skills and received resources and gifts from powerful nobles.

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William's Humiliation and Weakening Reputation

William, the Duke of Normandy and King of England, had been mocking and disrespecting his son, Robert, for years. However, when Robert defeated William in battle, it humiliated him and weakened his reputation. Despite this, Robert showed mercy towards his father, which further highlighted William's diminished status.

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