The First King of United England and What Happened Next.

Описание: Discover the remarkable story of Æthelstan, the first true King of England who unified the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms and changed the course of British history. Unlike Alfred the Great or William the Conqueror, Æthelstan’s legacy is often overlooked, but his military genius, political strategy, and cultural vision laid the foundations for a united England. From conquering York to forging powerful alliances across Europe and leading his forces at the epic Battle of Brunanburh, Æthelstan’s reign was filled with intrigue, power struggles, and groundbreaking achievements. Dive into his fascinating life, the challenges he overcame, and the enduring impact he left behind. Like and share if you think Æthelstan deserves a place in the spotlight!

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Think Alfred the Great was England’s first king? Think again.
This is the story of Æthelstan, the man who truly united the kingdoms, crushed the Vikings, beat the Scots, and built the foundation of what would become England — and then got erased from most history books.

In this episode, we dive deep into Æthelstan’s rise to power, his family drama, his conquest of York, the legendary Battle of Brunanburh, and why medieval politics was basically a Game of Thrones spin-off before it was cool.

Expect dark humour, sarcasm, and real history — with no sugar-coating. Just how we like it.

OUTLINE:
00:00:00
The First King You've Never Heard Of

00:00:51
Rewriting the History Books

00:01:36
Grandpa's Golden Boy

00:02:35
The Questionable Queen

00:03:23
Growing Up in the Game

00:04:19
Stepmothers and Side-Heirs

00:04:38
The Mercian Connection

00:04:55
A Kingdom Divided

00:07:10
The Sixteen-Day King

00:09:12
The Uncrowned King

00:09:29
The Ring-Kissing Council

00:09:45
Building the A-Team

00:10:04
Europe's Most Eligible Sisters

00:12:29
Viking York

00:12:53
The Scottish Job

00:13:14
The Great British Beatdown

00:13:31
Medieval Edition

00:13:48
The Bloodiest Day in British History

00:14:05
The Bachelor King and His Quirky Hobbies

00:14:27
The Aftermath and the Unbreakable Idea

00:14:45
The Original King of England