King Æthelred the Unready - The King Who Lost England (978-1016 AD)
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- 👑 Welcome to "Parry This History"! In our 9th episode of the "Kings of England" series, we delve into the reign of one of the most enigmatic Anglo-Saxon monarchs, King Æthelred the Unready. Join us as we explore his tumultuous rule from 978 to 1016 AD, a time rife with Viking invasions and political intrigue.
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🔍 Key Highlights:
Early Life: Explore Æthelred's early years and the complex royal dynamics that led to his ascent to the throne.
Viking Threats: Understand how the constant Viking invasions shaped his reign and strategies, including the impactful Battle of Maldon.
Danegeld Policy: Discover Æthelred's controversial attempts to appease the Vikings through tribute payments.
Administrative Efforts: Delve into Æthelred's contributions in coinage reform and governance, showcasing his administrative abilities.
The Battle of Ringmere: A detailed look at another significant military confrontation during his reign.
Legacy: A nuanced examination of Æthelred's historical portrayal and his role in the formation of early English nationhood.
💡 Did You Know?
Æthelred's epithet "Unready" comes from the Old English word "unraed," meaning "no counsel" or "ill-advised." This reflects the perceived challenges of his leadership.
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Another fantastic Kings of England Video.
Thank you, i thought it was quite good.
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Always a happy day when i see you uploaded a new video.
Happy to hear that!
I remember reading about him once, pretty much totally screws up the line of succession, and effectively ends the house of Wessex. Which, eventually leads to the Norman Conquest.
Yep, if not for his step mother and him, England would have likely remained Saxon dominated forever.
Sounds like England would have been better of with Edward the Martyr.
I certainly think so.
Sounds like England would have been better without him.
Definitely, or at least, the Saxon Monarchy would have been for sure.
Thanks
No problem
Spectacular work, grand to see more on the twilight years of Saxon kingship
Great video! Super well made.
Glad you liked it!
What the f are you reading? Wikipedia or what? It's not your writing.
Nope, it is in fact my writing. I'm reading from the script i wrote, as always.
@@ParryThisI can't believe I posted such a caustic comment to a wrong video. I'm terribly sorry, I didn't aim it at you, the fault is mine!