283 – The Kingdoms of the Foreigners

From a disfavored bastard to the most powerful English king, this podcast explores King Athelstan's rise to power and his achievements in expanding his kingdom. It also dives into the impact of the Welsh on Anglo-Saxon politics, the reign of Who Will Thought and his kingdom of the High Barth, and the relationships between the Welsh kingdoms and the English. Additionally, it highlights the dangers of justifying atrocities and the importance of learning from history.