The British History Podcast

Learn about the hardships endured by English common people during the Norman invasion, their resistance against the nobles, the chaos and fear that engulfed England, the formation of the Silvetichi, the various groups involved in protests and rebellions, and Edwin's role in the 1068 rebellion.

In early 1068… as William was preparing for the tactical Coronation of Matilda…  the three sons of Harold Godwinson were in Ireland. They had come to meet with King Diarmad of Dublin and prepare  an invasion force to re-take England. The post 406 – King’s Rook Takes Pawn first appeared on The British History Podcast.

Learn about the legendary Hereward the Wake and the British people's resistance to conquest. Explore conflicting accounts surrounding the ownership of the Manor of Born. Delve into translating historical texts and Heruward's motivations. Uncover political intrigue and rivalries in 11th century England. Examine the reasons for Hereward the Wake's exile and debunk unreliable legends. Discover the truth behind Harroward's experiences in Flanders. Witness Harroward's rivalry, war, vengeance, and army-building.

The podcast discusses the rebellion against William's rule and the negotiation of peace. It explores the impact of William's actions on the English people and highlights the fear and desperation created. The chapter also delves into the challenges faced by King William in controlling his knights and the power struggles surrounding betrothals and authority.

Exeter stood in open defiance against William and his army. The post 403 – The Siege of Exeter first appeared on The British History Podcast.

Earl Osulf II of Bamburgh was a Northumbrian, and he had earned his seat ruling over the region North of the Tyne in true Northumbrian fashion.  The post 402 – Fire Sale first appeared on The British History Podcast.

The podcast explores the repercussions of Count Eustis' failed seizure of Dover, William of Normandy's effort to legitimize his reign, the impact of William's perspective on his laws and the complaints of the English, the murder fine and institutional segregation imposed by the Normans, the significance of Abbey of Fachamp and the Bishopric of Dorchester, and the bishops' efforts in drafting a penitential ordinance.

Feudalism in England and its impact on daily lives. Limitations of medieval records in documenting the Norman Conquest. Eustis's story and his alliance with William. Political moves and blood feuds under William's rule. Eustace's failed rebellion and motives. Rebellions against William and their implications for power structure.

In this podcast, the host explores the tumultuous time in 1067 England after the Norman invasion. Topics include the takeover of fortresses, mistreatment of English women, the oppression caused by property rights, the impact of marriage on land acquisition, the issue of continuity in English governance, power dynamics and land ownership in Norman-ruled England, the increasing brutality and oppression under Norman rule, and the resistance and collaboration of historical figure Edric the Wild.

Guest Brand, the holy man who asked Edgar the AEtheling to confirm him as the Abbot of Peterborough after the Battle of Hastings. Topics include William's legitimacy challenge, the conflict faced by Brand, Norman fortifications, insecurity in the new Norman rule, and William's unpopularity and political challenges.