History Profiles episodes
England’s Worst King: Æthelred the Unready
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Discover the true account of Æthelred the Unready, often regarded as England's worst king. From treachery to war and Viking invasions, this episode unravels Æthelred's tumultuous reign during the Viking age. Learn about his early life, his ascension to the throne, the Viking raids, the conquest of England, and his eventual exile and death.
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Timeline
00:00:Introduction
00:43:Chapter 1 - Early Life
03:20:Chapter 2 - Æthelred's Reign
04:43:Chapter 3 - Viking Raids in England
06:48:Chapter 4 - The Viking Conquest of England
10:26:Chapter 5 - Exile & Death