The British History Podcast
452 – Odo? Oh Yes.
Jul 2, 2024
Exploration of power struggles and political intrigues during the turbulent period of William I and William II. Focus on Uncle Odo's rise, Duke Robert's ambitious brother Henry, and the complex dynamics in both Normandy and England. Tensions escalate as alliances shift and the stage is set for war.
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- The church sought greater authority through condemning lay investiture and supporting invasions.
- Henry's rising power in Normandy created tensions among the brothers and reshaped political dynamics.
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Pope Victor III and Church Power
The Synod of Benevento held by Pope Victor III condemned lay investiture and excommunicated Clement III. The church aimed to exert direct worldly power by supporting invasions. The church's ambition for greater authority can be linked to Pope Gregory VII's influence.
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