The British History Podcast 236 – A Return to Scholarship
Mar 17, 2017
The podcast explores the reign of Alfred the Great and his dedication to knowledge, highlighting his pursuit of scholarly excellence. It also discusses his efforts to revive knowledge and scholars in his kingdom, the Viking invasion he faced, and the changes he implemented upon returning to the throne.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Alfred's Dedication to Knowledge and Comparison to King Solomon
02:38 • 4min
Reviving Knowledge and Scholars: Alfred's Quest for Intellectual Enlightenment
06:50 • 15min
A Viking Invasion and King Alfred's Defensive Strategy
21:53 • 5min
Changes after Alfred's return to the throne
26:28 • 7min