History Extra podcast Secrets of the Anglo-Saxon bone chests
Sep 12, 2023
Cat Jarman, author of The Bone Chests, explores the significance of the bone chests in Winchester Cathedral, revealing insights about the early kings of Wessex and the politics of the Anglo-Saxon period. The podcast discusses the development of religious buildings in Winchester, the practice of moving and reusing bones during the Anglo-Saxon period, and the influential role of Queen Emma. It also delves into the controversial story of Carrotabook and the advancements in DNA technology for identification.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Unveiling the Secrets of the Anglo-Saxon Bone Chests
01:32 • 4min
Religious Buildings in Winchester over the Centuries
05:47 • 5min
Bones, Chests, and Historical Narratives
10:49 • 12min
The Significance of Queen Emma in the story
22:45 • 3min
The Controversial Life of Carrotabook
25:16 • 12min