The British History Podcast 168 – The Fall of Mercia
Jul 1, 2015
This podcast explores the fall of Mercia and discusses the concept of empire. It also examines the influence of cultural context on historical figures, highlights the challenges faced by King Bjorn Wolf, and delves into the rise of Wessex and the battle for East Anglia.
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Introduction
00:00 • 1min
The Fall of Mercia and the Fallacy of the Great Man
01:24 • 3min
The Influence of Cultural Context on Historical Figures
04:28 • 2min
The Last Days of King Bjorn Wolf
06:51 • 15min
The Rise of Wessex and Challenges of Centralized Power
22:01 • 3min
Battle for East Anglia
24:43 • 5min