The British English Podcast Bonus Episode 57 - Legends of England: Kings Who Shaped History
Mar 28, 2024
Travel back to medieval England with Charlie and Ben, exploring the legacies of King Athelstan and William the Conqueror. Learn about Anglo-Saxon unity, Viking invasions, and William's claim to the throne. Engage with fascinating historical events and linguistic evolution, all while enjoying banter and expanding military vocabulary.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Summer Stories and Historical Monarchs
01:41 • 3min
Exploring the Legacy of Apple Stan: The First King of England
05:07 • 2min
The Heptarchy and Memory Limit
07:01 • 3min
The Rise of Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms in England
10:23 • 13min
The Conquest of England: William's Claim to the Throne
23:42 • 6min
Intriguing Succession Claims in Medieval England
29:46 • 3min