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Saturnalia Explained
What is Saturnalia? You may have heard of this Roman holiday, but the details are scant and fragmentary from Roman sources. This video explains what we know about Saturnalia and whether or not it influenced the institution of Christmas.
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King Henry III (1207-1272)
Clip from the History File series which discusses the life and reign of Henry III of England.
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Conwy Castle Video Tour.
Conwy Castle in Northern Wales is one of the most imposing and impressive fortresses in Northern Europe. Built in the late 13th century it was thought to be impregnable. Find out why?
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Richard the Lionheart - A Biography
A biography of Richard I of England, aka Richard the Lionheart, r. 1189-1199 CE.
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Beaumaris Castle and Anglesey
Beaumaris in Anglesey during the summer heatwave we are having. Anglesey is such a stunning place, absolutely delightful and very varied with idyllic seaside villages and golden sands. Packed full of history, architecture and people from...
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Visit Windsor Castle: Official Video
View the official video for visitors to Windsor Castle, the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, and one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen. Open throughout the year, the Castle's dramatic site encapsulates...
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Ten Minute English and British History #09 - The Normans and the Anarchy
This episode covers the aftermath of William the Conqueror's death and what his sons got up to. The relationship between England and Normandy takes centre stage as well as how this fits into France's issues at the time. Events come to a head...
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The Anarchy (In Our Time)
Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss The Anarchy, the civil war that took place in mid-twelfth century England. The war began as a succession dispute between the Empress Matilda, daughter of Henry I of England, and her cousin, Stephen of Blois...
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Three Kingdoms - OverSimplified
A history of the Three Kingdoms by OverSimplified.
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History of the Three Kingdoms: The Yellow Turban Rebellion Remake
Part of a series on the History of the Three Kingdoms.