Restless Times in History

Fantastic Escapes: Caratacus against The Roman Empire

How an unrepentant warrior and sworn enemy of Rome was spared certain death, by telling the emperor “You and I could have been friends!”

The Spartans Who Survived The Battle of Thermopylae

Did any Spartans survive the Battle of Thermopylae – Yes. What happened to them - Nothing good! This podcast delves into the tumultuous lives of 3 Spartan warriors – and the fate of a foolhardy traitor.

The King is dead, Long Live the King

Part 7 - The hard won conclusion to the 12th Century historical period, known as The Anarchy

Part 6 of the 12th Century Anarchy

The penultimate episode of the history of The Anarchy
A King in February, a prisoner in March. A desperate Empress besieged in September, a would-be-queen hailed for her courage in December. What a year, 1141!
Darkness has found a home in the anarchy of England - who will put an end to the chaos?
 

Part 5 of the 12th Century Anarchy

Triumph is a fickle thingSo, so tantalizing close to victory! But chance and fortune can destroy the best laid plans.

Part 4 of the 12th Century Anarchy

A King joins the Battle of Lincoln as an Empress reaches for the crown

Part 3 of The 12th Century Anarchy

A claimant to the throne arrives at Arundel

Part 2 of the 12th Century Anarchy

Unrest is brewing and oaths are broken

Part 1 - Prelude to the 12th Century Anarchy

What were the circumstances, that led to that historical period in English history known as The Anarchy?
In this episode: A shipwreck on a cold, November's night changes the course of English history.

Introducing Restless Times in History

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