📜 Episode Summary:
Episode ten. Featuring Louis Eastwood. What if Harald Hardrada’s Vikings triumphed at Stamford Bridge in 1066? Explore an alternate England divided between Viking North and Norman South, shaping history without the Hundred Years’ War or traditional English-French rivalry. Would England embrace Scandinavian governance, language, and culture? Discover how a Norse victory could redefine medieval geopolitics, influence the Great Schism, and even impact colonial America. From Viking legends to medieval power struggles, dive deep into a fascinating scenario where history pivots dramatically, with legendary conquerors Harald Hardrada and William the Conqueror facing off for control of Britain’s destiny. Who would you bet on in 1066? Viking Rommel, Medieval Napoleon, or Boris Johnson?
📚Recommended Reading:
“1066: The Year of the Conquest” by David Howarth
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