The British History Podcast

27 – York’s Revenge!

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Dec 13, 2011
In this episode, Constantius seeks revenge against the Franks, leading to the restoration of Britannia. The chaos in Britannia in 296 is explored, along with potential reasons for it. Constantius campaigns in Britannia to secure power for his son Constantine. The story of Albin, a pagan turned Christian martyr, is told. Constantius successfully defeats the Picts in Scotland, but unfortunately meets his demise in York.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Potential Reasons for Chaos and Destruction in Britannia
02:23 • 4min
3
Constantius' Campaign in Britannia and the Rise of Constantine
06:39 • 6min
4
The Story of Albin and Constantius' Campaign in the North
12:35 • 5min
5
Constantius and the Campaign Against the Picts
17:35 • 3min