The British History Podcast

365 – The Red Cliffs of Dover

Feb 13, 2021
In this podcast, the host explores the diplomatic trips of Thorfinn, Macbeth, and Swain Godwinson to Rome, their motivations for visiting, and the consequences of Swain's actions. The power dynamics between Godwin and Bishop Eldred are discussed, along with the tensions and succession concerns in the kingdom. The process of selecting the next Archbishop of Canterbury is also explored.
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