A Slice of Medieval Edward the Elder | A Slice of Medieval #11
Sep 3, 2024
Historian Sharon Bennett Connolly and author Derek Birks discuss Edward the Elder's reign, strategic alliances, power struggles, submissions, strategic marriages, besieging the Danes, and the collaborative success of Ethel Fled and Edward in a fascinating exploration of medieval history.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Comparing Edward the Elder's Reign and Education
03:24 • 2min
Strategic Alliances and Power Struggles
05:51 • 20min
Exploring Submissions and Deals with Edward in Medieval Times
26:01 • 3min
Medieval Succession and Strategic Marriages
28:34 • 9min
Besieging the Danes on Thornee Island
37:35 • 7min
The Collaborative Success of Ethel Fled and Edward
44:23 • 2min
Exploring the Dynamic Partnership Between Ethel Fled and Edward in History
46:24 • 2min