

366 – Move, or You Will Be Moved: Part 1
Feb 27, 2021
In this podcast, the summer of 1051 is explored where a French aristocrat instigated violence in Dover, resulting in the massacre of townspeople. The conflicting duties faced by Earl Godwin, the power dynamics between noblemen, and alliances between Normandy, Flanders, and Denmark are discussed. Additionally, the impact of honor culture, escalating conflicts, and the preparations for a potential civil war in England are examined.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Dilemma of an Honorable Earl: Duty to King or Duty to People
02:17 • 3min
Contrasting Situations and Political Priorities
04:50 • 3min
Power Dynamics and Alliances
07:24 • 5min
Honor Culture, Perceived Slights, and Escalating Conflicts
12:43 • 3min
The Conflict Escalates
15:23 • 16min