Edith Swanneck: England's Most Tragic Medieval Love Story

Explore the poignant tale of Edith Swanneck, an 11th-century Anglo-Scandinavian noblewoman. Raised amidst the warfare of her Viking father's world, Edith’s gentle nature earned her the epithet 'Swanneck.' Through her love for King Harold Godwinson and her courageous act after the Battle of Hastings, she became one of England's wealthiest and most revered nobles. Tune in to uncover a story of war, love, and unwavering loyalty in this captivating episode.
00:00: Introduction
01:39: Ancestry & Early Life
04:52: More Ancestry & Early Life
09:00: Relationship with Harold Godwinson
13:58: England at War & The Queen Who Never Was
17:40: Edith Walks through the battlefield

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