Month: November 2023

433 – North Wales: I Love Mess

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In 1075, King Bleddyn of Gwynedd and Powys, a formidable leader aiming for Welsh unification, finds himself embroiled in a complex web of power struggles. His aspirations clash with King Caradog and the turbulent politics of southwestern Wales. Amidst these tensions, King Bleddyn is cunningly assassinated in a meeting, plunging Gwynedd into a succession crisis. This event ushers in a chaotic era, marked by internal strife and the emergence of new claimants to power, reflecting the relentless and often treacherous pursuit of dominion in medieval Wales.

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432 – The Revolt of the Earls

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In 1075, Earl Roger and Earl Ralph lead a significant rebellion against King William, spurred by personal grievances and political ambitions. This insurrection, ignited at a wedding, quickly evolves into a major crisis, challenging the king’s authority. The plot thickens with Waltheof’s involvement, revealing intricate alliances and betrayals among the nobility. The uprising, marked by strategic marriages and the mobilization of forces, underscores the volatile nature of medieval politics, ultimately leading to decisive actions by the king that significantly alter the English noble landscape.

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