185 – Building the House of Wessex

This podcast explores the rise of Wessex under King Egbert and King Aethal Wolf, their shift towards centralized leadership, and their relationship with the church. It also discusses the impact of extreme wealth disparity in Western Europe, power struggles among dynasties, and the House of Wessex's strategic management of relationships with the church and nobility. Additionally, it delves into battles with Viking invaders, the challenges faced by Anglo-Saxons, and the experiences of civilians during the Viking invasion.