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The Rest Is HistoryThe Road to 1066Mar 24, 2025

550. The Road to 1066: Rise of the Normans (Part 3)

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The Count of Anjou, whose Princeton was... separated from Normandy only by a single makeshift buffer, the unfortunate county of Maine, had long been…

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Born into a world of treachery, violence and death, William of Normandy defied all expectations, forging a legacy that lasts to this day. Born out of wedlock and dismissed as an upstart, he was originally known as William the Bastard. Inheriting the Duchy of Normandy at just eight years old, William was faced with betrayal, bloodshed, and anarchy. From the restless Normans, who expanded across Europe as mercenaries and horsemen, to the growing threat of Anjou, the early years of his reign were blighted by power struggles. Following the brutal murder of his guardians, and with Normandy on the brink of collapse, William was forced to survive in a world without loyalty, where ambition was the ultimate currency. Meanwhile, across the Channel, the English throne was in turmoil, as the sons of Æthelred the Unready fought for survival and power… Join Tom and Dominic as they trace William’s rise from a vulnerable child to a formidable young duke, setting the stage for the ultimate confrontation: his claim to the English crown. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude
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Best for History enthusiasts and scholars interested in medieval politicsOften cited around Robert the Magnificent's death

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For: History enthusiasts and scholars interested in medieval politics
Key quote: “The Count of Anjou, whose Princeton was... separated from Normandy only by a single makeshift buffer, the unfortunate county of Maine, had long been angling to roll back Norman power.”
The host mentions 'Millennium' to provide a detailed account of the political implications following Robert's death. This book offers insights into the power dynamics in Normandy and the challenges faced by the young heir, William.
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