Harold Godwinson: Part 2

About this episode

This episode covers Harold Godwinson's rise to power, his brief kingship, and the events leading to the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

In Part 2 of Harold Godwinson’s story, Erin and Matt chart Harold's rise to power after the death of his father, his (very) brief kingship, and the bitter betrayal of his brother, which ultimately led to the showdown with Duke William of Normandy at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. A battle in which a nation would be changed forever. Cameos include multiple Ediths (how many wives named Edith can ONE man have?) and a mention of Scooby Doo. Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take...

People in this episode

Hosts: Erin, Matt

Topics covered

• Harold Godwinson
• Battle of Hastings
• Norman Conquest
• medieval history
• family betrayal
• kingship

Keywords

• Harold Godwinson
• Battle of Hastings
• William of Normandy
• medieval history
• kingship
• betrayal
• Edith

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