Dan Snow's History Hit The Real King Arthur
Feb 7, 2024
Exploring the historical context and mythological origins of the legendary figure of King Arthur, the impact of raiders and settlers on Roman Britain, the devastating Saxon invasion of post-Roman Christian Britain, the fusion of Saxon and Roman burial practices, and the linguistic influences of the Saxons on British place names. Discussing the significance of the Arthurian legend in British history and its representation of the struggle against foreign invasions.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Emergence of the Arthurian Legend
02:55 • 4min
Roman Britain: Challenges and Frontier Defense
06:44 • 10min
The Discovery of a Roman Treasure Horde
16:40 • 23min
The Saxon Invasion: Betrayal and Consequences
39:11 • 9min
Iron Age Resistance and Fusion of Burial Practices
48:31 • 27min
Linguistic Influences and a Fascinating Anglo-Saxon Burial Discovery
01:15:20 • 3min
The Significance of the Arthurian Legend in British History
01:17:52 • 4min