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Source: BBC Radio 7 "This Sceptred Isle: Dynasties" Thu 8th Jun
Roundup
6-12-06

The Godwins, Pt 1 [audio 15min]

The Godwins' story starts when Aethelred the Unready is king and culminates in 1066. "This Sceptred Isle: Dynasties" is a narrative history charting over a thousand years of influence wielded by the power brokers of Britain and Ireland, told in 10 programmes written by historian Christopher Lee and narrated by actor Anna Massey, with readings by actor Robert Powell.
Read entire article at BBC Radio 7 "This Sceptred Isle: Dynasties" Thu 8th Jun