The British History Podcast 268 – Viking Invasion
Feb 16, 2018
Learn about the Viking invasion and the successful efforts of Aethelflaed and King Edward in pushing back the Danes. Explore the strategic placement of forts in Mercia and the fall of King Gormalian. Discover the capture of Bishop Cafiliog and the strengthening of defenses by Athelstan and King Edward.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Strategic Fort Placement in Mercia during the Viking Invasion
02:21 • 3min
The Fall of King Gormalian and the Viking Occupation of Brittany
05:06 • 5min
The Capture of Bishop Cafiliog and Viking Raids
09:59 • 15min
Strengthening Defenses and Pressuring Neighboring Shires
24:43 • 2min