A Chronological History of Britain
All the episodes of The British History Podcast that discuss British History before the arrival of Rome in the first century BCE.
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We’re catching up with what was going on beyond the Wall during all of this drama. And to start with, lets talk about how Scotland got its shape and talk a little about the early inhabitants who lived there.
(History of Britain, History of Scotland, Celtic History)
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So it’s my birthday this weekend, and so I’m not doing one of my gigantic episodes. However, I thought I’d give you all a present (especially since we now have 500 members on the facebook page) and give you a sneak peak at the members-only content I’m putting together. So here’s the first part of the Early Origins – Celts. I hope you enjoy it!
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We are rocking through about 100 years of history… from about 54 BCE to 42 CE, and we will cover the events that eventually lead to the Roman Occupation of Britannia. The major characters of this episode will be….
Octavius Augustus – the First Emperor of Rome
Caligula – one of Rome’s more colorful Emperors.
Cassius Chaerea – The Commander of the Praetorian Guard
Claudius – One of the more underestimated emperors in Roman history
Caractacus – Leader of the Catuvellauni, son of Cunobellinus, and all around tough Celt.
Verica – Son of Commius, King of the Atrebates, and Roman ally.
A lot of time has passed since Caesar left these shores and became a human pin cushion. But despite being distracted by internal troubles, Britannia wasn’t fully forgotten in the Roman halls of power. In this episode we are going to learn about Caligula’s ambitions in Britain, and with the rise of Emperor Claudius the stage is set for another clash of titans between the warrior tribes of Britain and the Roman Empire.
(History of Britain, History of England, History of Wales, Celtic History, Roman History)
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A storm rages across the Channel, mirroring the chaos brewing in Britannia. Caesar, Rome’s golden boy, returns with a vengeance, his legions thirsting for conquest. But this time, the Britons are ready. A cunning warrior king unites the tribes, whispering promises of freedom in the face of Roman might. Alliances shift like desert sands, betrayals bloom like poisonous flowers, and victory hangs precariously in the balance. Will Caesar forge an empire, or become the next chapter in Britannia’s bloody legend? Dive into the epic saga, where history hangs by a thread, and the answer to Britannia’s fate lies just beyond the horizon…
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Caesar’s Britannia invasion was a disaster with a victory party! Storms raged, chariots thundered, and near-annihilation loomed as Caesar battled Britons, only to escape with hostages and a twenty-day Roman rave. Though he achieved barely nothing, his PR machine spun the chaos into epic success, proving that even botched invasions could be a hit in the Eternal City. Buckle up for the wild ride, because round two in 54 BC promises even more mayhem!
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Forget conquering Gaul! Julius Caesar, fueled by ambition and fear of the mythical Oceanus, sets sail across uncharted waters to tame the wild warriors of Britain. His landing turns chaotic as chariots clash with Roman swords on blood-soaked beaches. But fear gives way to discipline, and the empire’s ironclad legions crush the blue-painted defenders. Peace treaties crumble like painted shields, while Caesar, king of a single epic battle, dreams of Britannia kneeling before his might. Will this taste of victory quench his thirst for conquest, or is this just the first spark in a fire that will consume the isle? Tune in and prepare to be captivated by the clash of civilizations in the dawn of British history!
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Picture mammoths munching on tundra as Britannia cuddles with Europe, then picture it cast adrift by rising seas. From giant deer to flint-wielding humans, prehistory brims with tales of survival and innovation. Meet Cheddar Man, his skull scraped clean – was it cannibalism or ritual? Imagine Stonehenge rising, silent guardian of secrets, while Britons build hill forts and bronze shines bright. Then, iron creeps in, Celts paint the land with their language, and a Greek maps it with a walking stick. Trade explodes, coins fly, and walled towns sprout against barbarian threats. Farmers till the land, weak ale sloshes in cups, and mead fuels feasts where Druids, whispers of human sacrifice clinging to their robes, preside. But in the Lindow Man’s bloodstained bog, mystery lingers. Soon, Rome’s shadow stretches across the channel, promising a clash for the ages. Britannia’s prehistoric saga is just getting started!
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My name is Jamie, and this show is a chronological retelling of the story of Britain, from its very earliest days when prehistoric man shared the island with Giant Deer and massive earth grinding glaciers… all the way to the dawn of the Second World War. This show focuses upon the people, the drama, and the real life events that shaped and molded this island into a global super power.
The stories that you’re going to hear in this podcast continue to shape us today and many of the lessons learned by our ancestors still apply to us.