From the daring escapes of would-be-queens to impossible feats of ordinary people in the past - this podcast covers it all, from chaos and conflict to little known facts that changed the world.
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Part 4: From The White Ship to The Anarchy: The Battle of Lincoln. All stakes for the crown
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(New Remix of episode from 2022) The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war, known as The Anarchy- In this podcast episode: The Battle of Lincoln which saw a king captured - and the reversal of fortune for a would-be queen.…
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Part 3: From The White Ship to The Anarchy: Restless peace, winds of conflict
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(New Remix of episode from 2022) The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war, known as The Anarchy King Stephen is crowned but soon his new found friends will turn into rebels - all with their own reasons for turning towards King Stephen's…
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Part 2: The 1120 Disaster of the White Ship - The Aftermath: 2 Weddings, A Crown Snatched
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NEW, previously unreleased EPISODE! The sinking of the White Ship has robbed King Henry of his heir. In a bid to secure his legacy, the king hastily marries - and later commands his daughter, Matilda, to marry a sometime ally, sometime enemy of his kingdom. But events unfold contrary to King Henry's wishes - and upon his death - old enemies become …
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Part 1: The 1120 Disaster of the The White Ship - A Fateful Night of Despair
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A confident king. A popular heir. A festive ship, and a fateful night. A 12th century shipwreck which led to a 20 year-long civil war. The calamitous event which led to The Anarchy, and inspired literary works such as House of the Dragon. This is a remix of an episode from 2022De către restlesstimesinhistory
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QUIZ TIME: 4 Questions About The Plague/Black Death in the 14th Century
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What do you know about The Pestilence, The Black Death, The Plague of the 14th century? Here's a quick quiz with 4 questions on the What, How, and When of it all. Don't forget newest quiz on Ancient Rome - 3 new questions - find them HEREDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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Quick Quiz! 3 Famous Battles from Antiquity to the Medieval Era
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3 questions about 3 famous battles! Commanders, tactics, and battle grounds - How well do you know the famous battles of the ancient and early medieval world? Don't forget newest quiz on Ancient Rome - 3 new questions - find them HEREDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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QUIZ TIME! 3 New Questions about Ancient Rome
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From founding myths to the twilight of the Roman city - How well do you know Ancient Rome? In this episode you can guess along on 3 questions on Ancient Rome from its founding to its end. Answers are provided at the end of the episode. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning…
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Part 5/5 The Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520 - One King Falls As Another King Rises
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The aftermath and long term consequences of the Stockholm Bloodbath From a dream of unity to the concept of individual kings and kingdoms. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and LearningDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 4: The Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520 - 2 days of blood in the streets
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The daring, deadly, and disastrous events of 7th-10th November 1520 which concluded with blood flowing in the streets of Stockholm. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and LearningDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 3: The Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520: Feuds, Fights, and Fierce Triumph
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Did one man's years long quest for vengeance lead to hundreds of deaths in the Stockholm Bloodbath? King Christian marches on Sweden, intent on conquering the kingdom - and while he amasses an ocean of enemies - he finds an unexpected ally at the centre of a power struggle in Sweden. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel…
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Medieval Kings: 5 Facts about King Richard III of England
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Villain? Hero? Duke of...? 5 interesting facts about Richard III whose name will forever be linked to the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, his own two nephews, one of them heir to the throne - who disappeared without a trace. Richard III - a king whose legacy still divides opinions! Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other chan…
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Part 2: The Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520: The Power behind the Throne
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The dreams, hopes, and ideals of a united North, would ultimately be realised by an ambitious queen. Who fought, schemed, killed, and died to make the union of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark happen - events which would lead to a horrific bloodbath? Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Lea…
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Part 1: The Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520: ”One Crown to Rule Them All”
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On 4th November 1520, the kingdoms of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden were united under the rule of one King. But days later, a bloodbath occurred in the town square of the Swedish capital, Stockholm, with roots in late medieval feuds and with ramifications felt for centuries...This series examines the what and why of the Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520.Pa…
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History Quiz: ANCIENT ROME - 6 questions about Rome
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A quiz about Ancient Rome Do you know the answers: Remembered words Friends, foes, and allies A pivotal moment...and many more Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and LearningDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 2/2 HISTORY QUIZ: Questions based on 3 historical films
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Do you know the answers to history facts about: A battle for the ages A legendary conqueror A lost child in WWII Part 2 of a quick history quiz. Next episode upload will be in 2 weeks, regular schedule. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning…
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Quick History Quiz! Questions based on historical films
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Extra history episode with a quick quiz, based on 3 historical films Do you know the answers to history facts about: A violent upheaval The "other" hero The ambitious outwit the angry Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and LearningDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 2/2: Amazing Adventures - 12th century Margaret: From battle victory, to death sentence, and a final reunion
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Second and concluding episode on this 2 part series on the amazing life and adventures of the 12th century adventurer, Margaret of Beverley, who walked from Yorkshire into the heart of some of the pivotal battles of the late 12th century - and lived to see the wonders of Rome - and survived a death sentence at the hands of her foes... Like classica…
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Part 1: Amazing Adventures - 12th century Margaret: Duty, Luck, and Crusader battles
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A Re-edit (of an earlier episode) and more info in this 2 part series on the amazing life and adventures of the 12th century adventurer, Margaret of Beverley, who walked from Yorkshire into the heart of some of the pivotal battles of the late 12th century.De către restlesstimesinhistory
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Fantastic Journeys: A night ride from Tudor death to Stuart glory
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The fantastic history of Robert Carey's incredible horseback ride from Richmond Palace in England to Scotland in just 2 days, in March 1603 - in a dash to be the first to bend the knee to a new Stuart king. A story of death, ambition, a secret ring, and friends in the right places... For the full story of the last days of Elizabeth I - see the 3 pa…
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Part 4/4: The Justinian Plague - The aftermath and ’what if’ of Byzantine history
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The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. In this concluding episode, we explore the aftermath and wide ranging effects of the Justinian Plague - and speculate on what might have happened, had the plague not left Constantinople, ravaged, hungry - and bereft of…
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Part 3: The Justinian Plague: Wild rodents, elegant silks, and a pale, pale sun
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The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. Why did the plague pandemic erupt at this particular time in history?In this third episode, the possible meteorological, biological, and socio-cultural events which affected the progression of the plague are examined. …
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Part 2: The Justinian Plague: Battles, Boats - and too many Bodies
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The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. In this second episode, the emperor persists with his dreams of conquest even as Constantinople is ravaged by the plague. But enemies take stock of a weakened city...and internal conflict threatens to overwhelm the har…
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Part 1: The Justinian Plague: Calamity engulfs Constantinople
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The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. In this first episode, the plague arrives by grain ship - and as physicians are overwhelmed, the emperor is preoccupied with other matters... Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: L…
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Pt 2/2 Fantastic Escapes: Ransome and Chess in a time of war
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Part 2/2 Arthur Ransome's fantastic escapes in 1919Arthur Ransome is best remembered as a successful author of children's books, most notably Swallows and Amazons.But in 1919 he had a series of truly remarkable, daring, improbable - and fantastic escapes through partisan forests and vast landscapes, as he attempted to reach Estonia and escape with …
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Pt 1/2 Fantastic Escapes: A. Ransome, a Kettle, and a Great Coat
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Part 1/2 Arthur Ransome's fantastic escapes in 1919 Arthur Ransome is best remembered as a successful author of children's books, most notably Swallows and Amazons. But in 1919 he had a series of truly remarkable, daring, improbable - and fantastic escapes through partisan forests and vast landscapes, as he attempted to reach Estonia and escape wit…
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REVIEW: OPPENHEIMER - A historical film about creation, destruction, and the human mind
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A NON-SPOILER review of the historical film, OPPENHEIMER, currently showing in cinemas. Who, why, and what makes this film an exceptional experience Like classical literature or film reviews in general? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning Right now featuring a review of the 1982 best picture winner, Ch…
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Part 7/7: Who was Bluetooth? The legacy of the man, warrior, and king
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In the concluding episode of this podcast series on Harald Bluetooth, we examine the continued legacy of this 10th Viking king, who lived and died by the sword. Bluetooth technology was named after Harald Bluetooth. But who was Bluetooth really and why did his achievements in the late Viking age, lead a group of young tech inventors in the 20th cen…
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Part 6: Who was Bluetooth? The last battle and the beginning of legend
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In the year 985: With all to win and nothing to lose, King Harald Bluetooth must join battle with his greatest foe and most deadly rival - his own son and heir - for the crown of Denmark Bluetooth technology was named after a 10th century Danish King, Harald Bluetooth. But who was Bluetooth, and why did his achievements in the late Viking age, lead…
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Part 5: Who was Bluetooth? The beginning of the end
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Part 5: After years of fighting external enemies and leading successful Viking raids - Bluetooth finally realizes, that deadly enemies are far closer to home. Bluetooth technology was named after a 10th century Danish King, Harald Bluetooth. But who was Bluetooth, and why did his achievements in the late Viking age, lead a group of young tech inven…
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Part 4: Who was Bluetooth: A hotheaded enemy
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Part 4: Friends may fade away, but enemies are always close at hand... Bluetooth technology was named after a 10th century Danish King, Harald Bluetooth. But who was Bluetooth, and why did his achievements in the late Viking age, lead a group of young tech inventors in the 20th century to name an innovative technology after him? Like classical lite…
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Part 3: Who was Bluetooth? A viking King takes on the Holy Roman Empire
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Part 3: With Norway as an ally, Bluetooth looks south for land to conquer Bluetooth technology was named after a 10th century Danish King, Harald Bluetooth. But who was Bluetooth, and why did his achievements in the late Viking age, lead a group of young tech inventors in the 20th century to name an innovative technology after him? Like classical l…
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Part 2: Who was Bluetooth? -Blood Axe, Greycloak and murder on the beach
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Amendment to the episode: Next episode will be published Freday 14th (not Wednesday 12th) This episode: Part 2: Bluetooth rules his kingdom of Denmark even as he covets the lands of his neighbours Bluetooth technology was named after a 10th century Danish King, Harald Bluetooth. But who was Bluetooth, and why did his achievements in the late Viking…
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Part 1: Who was Bluetooth? - Gorm the Old and the kingdom united
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Part 1: Prologue Bluetooth technology was named after a 10th century Danish King, Harald Bluetooth. But who was Bluetooth, and why did his achievements in the late Viking age, lead a group of young tech inventors in the 20th century to name an innovative technology after him? Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel too: Li…
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Part 3/3 Tennis and the Tudor Dynasty - Gambling, Greed, and Execution
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How did tennis evolve from an 11th century game played behind the cloistered walls of French monasteries to becoming the sport of kings? Part 3: Henry VIII knew how to acquire a magnificent residence complete with tennis court - by gifting his old friend's possessions to himself. Anne Boleyn never received her winnings - and Elizabeth I enjoyed a b…
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Part 2: Medieval Tennis - Dungeons, Balls, and the Wrath of God
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Part 2 of the history of royal tennis, today known as real tennis. As game courts increased in number, so too did the punishments meted out to those, who attempted to sell dirty balls. By the 15th century, the game had become The Sport of (warrior) Kings. But just as kings played the game, the game could still be the death of kings, leading to sove…
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Part 1: Medieval Tennis - Fun and Death
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Part 1 of the history of royal tennis. A ball game once practised by 12th century monks, up against monastic walls, it came to be the favoured sport of medieval kings. But even as sovereigns played on their own newly constructed courts, medieval tennis would be at the heart of several sudden, brutal, and unusual deaths among those, who ruled. Follo…
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Part 2/2: The short (and sometimes deadly) history of the fork
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From devil's tool to the instrument of modesty - the fork has been called many things! A king, who would be beheaded, a sovereign, known as the Sun King, a queen, hailed as Gloriana - all had an opinion on the fork, which saw its fortunes rise and fall, as Empires came and went, and the fork came to represent the ideals of a new era. Follow on Inst…
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Part 1: The short (and sometimes deadly) history of the fork
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"Devil's tool. Murder Weapon, Diplomatic Device" From the Far East to the Byzantine Empire - from Constantinople to the Jewel of the Renaissance and on to the city of lights. The fork, as we know it, has a colourful history.De către restlesstimesinhistory
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Fantastic Escapes: Edward and the fastest horse
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The battle defeat of King Henry III of England led to the captivity of his son and heir, Edward, who was held under guard by the king's greatest enemy. But Edward planned a daring escape!De către restlesstimesinhistory
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The origins of geese on Martin’s Eve - history and legend boiled in a dish
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Why do Danes celebrate Morten's Aften - Martin's Eve - by eating geese? And who was Martin of Tours, who is celebrated on that day? For suggestions for future podcast topics, please write to restlesstimesinhistory@gmail.com Follow on InstagramDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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John Bradmore - the metalworker who saved the life of Henry V of England
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A metalworker, a surgeon, and quite possibly a counterfeiter. But also, an unsung hero of the 15th century - but for him, the famous Battle of Agincourt might never have happened!De către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 2/2: The Viking Raid on Lindisfarne in 793
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The Vikings are here! What happened at Lindisfarne on 8th June 793 - and what was the reaction at the time to the viking raid. Follow on InstagramDe către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 1/2: Lindisfarne and The Vikings - Prologue To A Raid
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Part 1: Lead up to the Viking raid on Lindisfarne What was the significance of Lindisfarne, and why did it come to the attention of the 8th century Vikings?De către restlesstimesinhistory
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Santa Lucia and Christmas - from the Roman Empire to a modern crown of candles
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She was a 4th century woman in the Roman Empire, at a time when celebrating Christmas would have been a dangerous thing. So what is the history of Lucia and how did she become so closely associated with the festive season and Christmas - learn more on this episode.Happy Holidays everyone!De către restlesstimesinhistory
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The History of a Battle Song - The story of The Battle Hymn of The Republic
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It was an old tune from the frontier, which became a marching song during the American Civil War. But what inspired the 19th century poet and activist, Julia Ward Howe, to write the hymn BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC - and how did it become so popular? Vocals and arrangement: Carlymillerproductions Lyrics: Julia Ward Howe License purchased November 2…
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Part 3/3 The Last Days of Elizabeth I - 1603
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Part 2 and 3 dropped today! The end of Elizabeth Gloriana as England waits with bated breath for what's to come. A daring midnight ride from London to Scotland, which ensures the fortune of one man, and causes another to exact furious vengeance. It is the last of the Tudors and first of the Stuarts.De către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 2/3 The Last Days of Elizabeth I - 1603
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12 potential claimants to the throne of England could mean conflict. Queen Elizabeth's advisor goes behind her back to secure a smooth transition of power.De către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 1/3: The Last Days of Elizabeth I - 1603
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Tensions are high in 1603 as Queen Elizabeth falls sick - but refuses to name an heir to the crown of England.De către restlesstimesinhistory
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Part 2/2 The 17th Century Witch Trials in Iceland
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The final episode in the story of the 17th century witch trials in Iceland, that saw the fear of the devil and mistrust of magic weave its way into a rural society, which had in former times viewed magic as akin to wisdom, and had placed no particular importance on the devil. In this episode we shall explore 2 harrowing stories, which highlight the…
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Part 1/2: The 17th Century Witch Trials of Iceland
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During the middle ages, Iceland had been a Catholic country, closely aligned with Norway - and in Iceland, the ancient Norse traditions lived on as an integral part of Icelandic culture. This included the belief in and high regard of magic and magic users. This all changed in the early modern period, when Iceland's society changed, as religious vie…
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