284 – AEthelstan the Victorious

The podcast explores King AEthelstan's aggression towards the Kingdoms of Wales and Cornwall. It delves into the establishment of the Welsh border, integration of Welsh kings into AEthelstan's court, and the adoption of English methods of rule. It also discusses AEthelstan's triumphs in defeating Scandinavian kings, attracting foreign princes through marriage, and dealing with pirates and Viking attacks. The challenges of governing his double-stuffed kingdom and his diplomatic alliance with King Henry the Fowler are also explored.