Catherine Hanley
Author of the biography "Matilda: Empress, Queen, Warrior" and holds a PhD in Medieval Studies from the University of Sheffield.
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Feb 4, 2025 • 34min
S5E9: Empress Matilda: Chess Grandmaster of Siege Warfare with Dr Catherine Hanley
Dr. Catherine Hanley, a Medieval Studies expert and author of "Matilda: Empress, Queen, Warrior," dives into the life of Empress Matilda, the formidable figure in 12th-century England's Anarchy. She discusses Matilda's royal lineage and her fierce fight for the throne against Stephen of Blois. Key topics include her strategic marriage, clever alliances, and the significant role of castles in medieval warfare. Hanley also highlights Matilda's impact on her son Henry II's reign and her groundbreaking influence on female leadership in history.
Jul 18, 2024 • 40min
1217: the year that (almost) changed English history
Medievalist Catherine Hanley discusses the overlooked year 1217 in English history, highlighting a major French invasion, King John's reign, the split in nobility, Louis's ascent to the English throne, the sieges of Dover and Lincoln, and the significant power shift in England.
