The British History Podcast

106 – If You Give Edwin an Inch…

Dec 6, 2013
The podcast explores the rise of Edwin as King of Northumbria, his quest for revenge on King Ceretic of Elmet, the clash of kings in Essex, Edwin's marriage and alliances, the rise of Christianity, and the assassination attempt on Edwin.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Clash of the Kings and a Royal Wedding
02:01 • 3min
3
Marriage, Power, and Ambition
04:59 • 11min
4
The Rise of Edwin as a Powerful King and the Growing Influence of Christianity
16:03 • 2min
5
Assassination Attempt and Edwin's Conversion
18:25 • 5min