The Battle of Hastings had been brutal – even for the Normans. The invading army had suffered terrible losses.The post 394 – Godwinson’s Revenge first appeared on The British History Podcast.

To Kill a Legend

May 20th, 2022 32m 39s

Here is how you probably heard the story of the Battle of Hastings. William the Conqueror boarded a ship, won a battle at Hastings, and was crowned King. Kingdom. Conqueror. Conquered.The post 393 – To Kill a Legend first appeared on The Brit

The Battle of Hastings

1 Apr 18th, 2022 3h 23m

Stamford Bridge had been a nightmare. Thousands of dead… untold numbers of wounded. And the fallout was just beginning. All over Britain, all over Europe, families would slowly be learning the fate of their loved ones. Word was spreading acros

Stamford Bridge

Mar 20th, 2022 1h 17m

King Harold, his Huscarls, and the fyrd of Wessex were driving north as fast as they could.The post 390 – Stamford Bridge first appeared on The British History Podcast.

Invasion of Giant Deer, Cannibals, and Celts!

May 28th, 2011 28m 56s

Picture mammoths munching on tundra as Britannia cuddles with Europe, then picture it cast adrift by rising seas. From giant deer to flint-wielding humans, prehistory brims with tales of survival and innovation. Meet Cheddar Man, his skull scra

William: Winning Friends and Influencing People Is For Suckers

Aug 20th, 2022 37m 21s

Do you remember the holy man who asked Edgar the AEtheling to confirm him as the Abbot of Peterborough, just after the Battle of Hastings? Well, that guy’s name was Brand. The previous Abbot of Peterborough, Leofric, had actually marched to Has

The Audacity of Boats

1 Jan 6th, 2022 50m 14s

Ok nerds, take this down. Dear Harry, I was saddened to hear of King Edward’s death. but, I am writing to inform you that my beloved cousin promised me the throne a while back. Don’t worry if this is news to you, it was a secret so I understand

Hereward: Back Into the Mist

Aug 28th, 2023 41m 6s

Hereward’s audacious demands for ransom, his tactical raids, and the legendary encounter with Saint Peter reflect his complex role in resisting Norman domination. The narrative blends historical events with folklore, showcasing Hereward’s defia

Hereward: The Fall of Ely

Aug 7th, 2023 50m 19s

In 1071, the betrayal by Abbot Thurstan to William, revealing Ely’s defenses, marks a pivotal moment in Hereward’s resistance. Despite starvation and siege hardships, Hereward’s refusal to surrender underscores his unyielding spirit against Nor

Hereward: ft. Judas Priest

Jul 27th, 2023 33m 31s

As the siege of Ely intensifies, the story takes unexpected turns with witchcraft, cultural beliefs in the power of water as a spiritual portal, and Hereward’s tactical mastery against Norman forces. William’s repeated failures to breach Ely, d

God's Chosen

May 12th, 2023 48m 14s

Following the Harrying of the North, King William’s grueling campaign through the Pennines during winter reflects the harsh conditions faced by his army, marred by low morale, severe weather, and logistical nightmares. Despite these challenges,

Dispatches from Hoth

Feb 23rd, 2023 1m 14s

Let it go, let it go.

New Members Episode and a Site Update

Feb 3rd, 2023 1m 6s

Victory

1 Jan 3rd, 2023 49s

Strap yourselves in. It’s finally happening.

Bonus Itchy Grumpy Episode

1 Oct 11th, 2022 22m 25s

Wash your hands, folks.

William: This is Fine

Sep 9th, 2022 33m 35s

Feudalism had officially come to England, courtesy of the Normans…The post 400 – William: This is Fine first appeared on The British History Podcast.

Into the Wild

Sep 1st, 2022 35m 45s

1067 was a time of incredible change within England. Fortresses were being constructed everywhere. Existing fortresses were seized and then manned by foreign mercenaries. Estates and farms in the surrounding areas were being seized and handed o

William: The Devil Inside

Aug 8th, 2022 35m 8s

It was Christmas Day of 1066 and England was crowning it’s new King. In celebration, the King’s men…heavily armed and backed by divine authority, were going from building to building… taking whatever they wanted, doing whatever they felt like t

King William I of England

Jul 27th, 2022 54m 22s

Duke William was experienced at wielding terror. Whether he was at home or on campaign, William often employed terror tactics. The people of France were well aware of this, and now the English were learning his skill first hand. The post 396

Rearranging the Deck chairs on HMS England

Jul 5th, 2022 46m 52s

It was autumn of 1066 and after weeks of deliberation, political wrangling, and arguing the English nobility had finally selected their next King. This may seem like a long time, considering there was a whole invasion happening at the time. And

The Night is Dark and Full of Terrors

May 12th, 2022 24m 9s

Chaos. The orderly rhythm of attacks… and the steady wall of the war hedge had dissolved, and it was replaced by a raging melee.The post 392 – The Night is Dark and Full of Terrors first appeared on The British History Podcast.

The Tyrant and the Muddy Crossing

Feb 27th, 2022 1h

The shores of Saint Valery must have been quite the sight. Looking at the records, which discuss the size of this fleet and other notes that let us estimate the size of the original fleet launched from the River Dives, and comparing those to th

The Douche is Cast

Jan 28th, 2022 39m 34s

War was coming. That much was clear.The post 387 – The Douche is Cast first appeared on The British History Podcast.

God's Messenger

Jan 18th, 2022 41m 16s

William had secured his promises. Each Baron and lesser noble of Normandy swore to serve him faithfully and take part the invasion of England. And William made sure the nerds wrote every single oath down on paper.The post 386 – God’s Messen