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S2.29 Alexander III
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Length:
77 minutes
Released:
Aug 18, 2016
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Podcast episode
Description
Alexander III was only just approaching 8 years when his father died in 1249, resulting in a divisive minority and the king of England, Henry III, playing an increasingly strong role in Scottish affairs. As king, Alexander would need to restore order among his barons, finish his father's work in subduing the Western Isles and assert his independence against Henry III and (far more ominously) the looming black cloud on the horizon of Scottish history that is Edward I. A tough job, but was Alexander III up to the task and worthy of the Rex Factor? (Parental Guidance - there may be some juicy scandal!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
Aug 18, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode
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