The History of England

Somerset came away from the Commotion Time with a wobbly reputation. Could he survive politically ? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

1549 was a year of upheaval which led to rebellions which offer a fascinating window into English society. It also saw the publication of the Book of Common Prayer, Cranmer's masterpiece which would form the bedrock of the English church for centuries For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Somerset was an effective soldier, and as uncle to the king he seemed like an ideal choice as Protector. Would he prove an effective political? Good Duke, Bad Duke or just Duke? Over the next few episodes, we'll find out. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The 1998 film 'Elizabeth' covers the reign of Queen Mary, and Elizabeth's early years - and her arrival at a critical decision. Wolf and David talk about film, and its historical accuracy. And point out that the Full Monty is much better than Titanic. Here you can access all the History in Technicolor podcasts, or go to your normal podcatcher - it'll be there as well.

Within week, Edward Seymour was safely ensconced on the seat of power. But brother Thomas was not impressed, and would involve three women - Catherine Parr, Princess Elizabeth and Jane Grey in his attempt to gain power and influence For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Poor Edward's reign tends to be ignored, sandwiched as it is. This week we pay it proper respect - what has history had to say of the lad, what were the controversies of his reign and the players that trod its boards? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

By 1600, the Spain and her Empire was acknowledged as the richest and most powerful state in Europe. the hardworking Phillip II worked into the night deep in his massive palace of El Escorial to keep the wheels turning. But by his death in 1598, the seeds of her fall were already apparent. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Our survey of 16th century Europe moves on to the growth of the Ottoman Empire under Suleyman, and the chaos of the French religious wars. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

How the rise of Calvinism, the Catholic Reformation and the peace of Augsberg combined with attitudes towards heresy to divide Europe along harsher, confessional lines. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

This is an even freer episode of the history of England to persuade you to donate to the History of England charity appeal. There are songs from Davie, Tudor Medicine from me. To donate go to https://www.justgiving.com/teams/shedcasters

Discussing what the Roman Baths can tell us about Religious worship in the Roman world, and introducing two of the Roman Baths' most illustrious characters - the Goddess, Sulis Minerva, and the Gorgon. Plus results of the Henry VIII debate!

The History of Vikings features in depth discussions with world-class scholars from Oxford, Harvard, and Yale University, and dives into Norse Mythology and Viking history. From myths and raids, to wooden longboats and the farmstead, Noah Tetzner helps you discover the Vikings and their world.

Alternative views of the Big Man presented in this week's megasode and your chance to vote and be entered into the prize draw for coins kindly donated by Halls Hammered Coins. Thank you Simon.Here's the link to the episode on the website https://thehistoryofengland.co.uk/2018/07/19/252-henry-viii-judgement-day/ For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy