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The British History Podcast
427 – Hereward: Back Into the Mist
Aug 28, 2023
This podcast episode explores the exorbitant ransom demanded by Hereward for the return of Abbot Turold, and delves into the speculation surrounding the amounts. It also discusses Hereward's revenge, contradictions in historical records, encounters with Saint Peter and a guiding dog, the legend of a magical wolf, the mystery of Hereward's peace agreement with William, and Turfridha's decision to become a nun.
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- Hereward demanded an inflated sum of 30,000 pounds from the Normans for the return of Abbott Torold, possibly using the ransom demand as a negotiating tactic.
- Hereward took drastic action by burning down the town and church of Peterborough in retaliation for Abbott Torold's hunting down of English rebels and distributing their properties to Norman Knights.
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Hero Word's Demanding Ransom for Abbott-Torold
According to the podcast episode, Hero Word reportedly demanded an inflated sum of 30,000 pounds from the Normans for the return of the warlike Abbott-Torold. Although the amount seemed excessive, it is possible that Hero Word wanted to negotiate from a position of strength. The podcast explores the ransom demand and suggests that it might have been a tactic to secure the safe return of his nephew and a promise from the Abbott to cease hostilities.
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