The British History Podcast

334 – No Cnut November

Nov 14, 2019
King Athelred loses his kingdom to the Danes and retreats to Normandy for safety. The education of the young Athlings in Norman customs and their kinship to the Dutchy is explored. The consequences of the kingdom falling and the perspective of Archbishop Wolfstan. The decision to stay at Gainesborough instead of wintering in London is discussed. Canoe returns to Denmark seeking power with the help of allies. Athelstan's will reveals faction formation within the royal family.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Education of the Athlings and the Unexpected Traits of the Older Half-Brothers
02:10 • 2min
3
The Aftermath of the Kingdom Falling and the Anger of Wolfstan
04:04 • 5min
4
The Decision to Stay at Gainesborough
08:54 • 12min
5
The Return to Denmark and Support from a Famous Warrior
21:18 • 2min
6
Athelstan's Will and Faction Formation
23:43 • 9min