British History Podcast

Long-running British history series; dense narrative, arguable by professionals

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The British History Podcast 0807

Dismounted Knights and a Hidden Ambush: How Henry I Captured His Own Brother

Henry I made his knights fight on foot, then sprang a concealed fourth division against the enemy flank, taking his brother Robert prisoner and ending the fight for Normandy.

8 Points 6 Quotes Medieval historyNormandy