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King Alfred and the Anglo Saxons

Season 1 Episode 3: Aethelstan: The First King of England

The grandson of Alfred, Aethelstan, sets out on a remarkable journey to unify England's fragmented regions through conquest, intellectual endeavors, and strategic partnerships, paving the way for a powerful and cohesive nation.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Alfred of Wessex

1. Alfred of Wessex

Aired: Aug 6, 2013

The legacy of King Alfred the Great and his successors continues to profoundl...

Episode 2 The Lady of the Mercians

2. The Lady of the Mercians

Aired: Aug 13, 2013

Aethelflaed, ruler of Mercia, takes center stage as she works alongside her s...

Episode 3 Aethelstan: The First King of England

3. Aethelstan: The First King of England

Aired: Aug 20, 2013

The grandson of Alfred, Aethelstan, sets out on a remarkable journey to unify...

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Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Four

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary