The British History Podcast

262 – AEthelred and AEthelflaed

Dec 1, 2017
This podcast discusses a mysterious meeting in 901 attended by important political figures in Wessex. It analyzes the political split within the Anglo-Saxon family and the absence of Athelstan and Athelflaed. The podcast explores a seven-year period of darkness in Edward the Elder's reign and the significant events in 902. It also delves into the disappearance and death of Athawread, a former king of the Saxons. Additionally, it discusses the dangerous proximity to the Danes and the negotiation between Athelflaed and the Northmen.
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