Discover the real-life story of Ealhswith, the wife of Alfred the Great, beyond her portrayal in 'The Last Kingdom.' Explore her life during the turbulent 9th century, her untold hardships under Viking invasions, and her mysterious legacy in English history. Learn about this enigmatic figure who, despite being consort to Alfred, was never crowned Queen.

00:00:00: Introduction
00:01:03: Chapter 1 - Ancestry & Early Life
00:03:39: Chapter 2 - The conquest of the Vikings
00:06:41: Chapter 3 - Later Life

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