Edward the Confessor
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Bayeux Tapestry loan sparks tug of war in England
The unique document's upcoming stint at the British Museum has been questioned by UK MP and history presenter Dan Snow.1 year ago — News -
The Bosham residence: Harold Godwinson's long-lost manor
Archeologists from Newcastle University and the University of Exeter believe they have found the historic building that features at the start of the Bayeux Tapestry.1 year ago — News -
Viking Age hoard found at site of future UK nuclear power plant
The Sizewell C hoard contains coins from the reigns of Harold Harefoot, Harthacnut, and Edward the Confessor.1 year ago — News -
Harald Hardrada and Olaf III: A royal father and son, warrior and peacemaker
Have you ever lived in someone's shadow? An older sibling or parent? Well, imagine you are the son of the most revered and fearsome Viking warrior of the early medieval period. How do you make your mark in history? By being the antithesis of everything your father was.2 years ago — History -
The St. Brice's Day Massacre: What really happened?
In 1002, Æthelred the Unready issued a royal decree that would result in terrible slaughter and eventually help lead to the fall of the House of Wessex.2 years ago — History