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How Cnut the Great conquered England at the Battle of Assandun
After over 250 years of Viking raids, conquests, and battles, Cnut the Great finally seized the English throne after his victory over the Anglo-Saxon King Edmund Ironside. This victory marked a new era of Viking dominance on the British Isles and would lay the foundations for the Norman Conquest.2 years ago — Warfare -
Emma of Normandy: The queen who bridged nations
A Norman noblewoman who wed two kings and gave birth to two more became queen of England, Denmark, and Norway.2 years ago — History -
Thorkell the Tall: Jomsviking chief, Viking lord, and Jarl of East Anglia
A key military leader and literal kingmaker was the Viking warlord Thorkell the Tall. As formidable on the battlefield as in the dirty game of political machinations, Thorkell's legacy is as monumental as his physical stature.2 years ago — History
