Discover the compelling story of Edward the Confessor, the last Anglo-Saxon King of Wessex. Despite being the seventh son and unlikely heir, Edward’s journey was marked by the Viking conquest and his family's downfall, leaving him as a sole heir. He managed to restore his house but his reign paved the way for the Norman Invasion, impacting England's history profoundly. Dive into his life, from his early days and exile during Cnut’s reign to his kingship and the significant events that followed.

00:00: Introduction
00:55: Early Life & The Viking Conquest of England
05:17: Life in Exile & Reign of Cnut
07:27: Reign of Harald Harefoot
13:19: Reign of Harthacnut & Return from Exile
17:05: Edward becomes the King of England
19:33: Magnus' Threatening Letter to Edward
22:02: Edward Takes his Mother's Wealth
24:19: Rivalry with Earl Godwin
36:53: Later Reign
40:22: Death & The Succession
43:39: Veneration & Legacy

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