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The Last Anglo-Saxon King: Harold Godwinson

The Last Anglo-Saxon King: Harold Godwinson

Explore the riveting story of Harold Godwinson, the last Saxon king of England. Discover how his strategic genius and warrior's spirit marked the end of the Viking Age and led to tales of immense victories and crushing defeats. From his victory over Harald Hardrada to his struggles and ultimate fall at the Battle of Hastings, delve into one of England's most turbulent eras.

#Harold Godwinson, #last Saxon king, #Battle of Hastings, #Harald Hardrada, #Viking Age, #Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, #English history, #Normans, #Wales conquest, #Stamford Bridge, #Tostig, #English Crown


Timeline

00:00:Introduction

01:15:Ancestry & Early Life

06:15:Rise to Power

15:07:Harold's Conquest of Wales

18:12:The Oath that would haunt Harold

20:54:Harold's strife with his brother Tostig

22:45:English Crown in Turmoil

29:01:The End of the Viking Age

38:54:The Battle of Hastings & The Last Anglo-Saxon King