

150 – King Offa: The Turnover
Jan 19, 2015
This podcast explores the political dynamics and conflicts among various kingdoms in early medieval Britain, with a focus on King Offa of Mercia. It delves into the significance of coinage in East Anglia and the challenges faced by King Oswolf in Northumbria. The episodes also cover the political landscape in different regions, including the relationship between Mercia and Kent. Additionally, it discusses the appointment of a new Archbishop in Canterbury, the turmoil in Northumbria, and the political developments in Northumbria, the South, and Francia.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Significance of Coinage and the Challenges Faced by King Oswolf
02:09 • 3min
Political Landscape and Conflicts in Early England
05:13 • 12min
New Archbishop in Canterbury and Political Turmoil in Northumbria
17:05 • 5min
Political Developments in Northumbria and the South, and Events in Francia
21:56 • 2min