The Long 12th Century: Conquest and rebellion, betrayal and murder, warring queens and sibling rivalry. This is the story of the long 12th century, a four part series exploring the legacy of this turbulent period of British history.
Each week join our collection specialists and special guests to discover the key characters and events that shaped this time of extraordinary change.
Friday 26 July, 14:00 –
The End of Days? The Norman Conquest of England and its Legacy
Friday 2 August, 14:00 –
Murder in the Cathedral: Church and State in the Reign of Henry II
Friday 9 August, 14:00 –
The Year of Two Queens: Controlling the Realm in ‘The Anarchy’
Wednesday 14 August, 19:30 –
The Devil’s Brood: Power & Politics under the Plantagenet Kings 1154-1272
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