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Episode 230 - Henry V at Kenilworth Castle and his 'pleasance in the marsh'

Episode 230 - Henry V at Kenilworth Castle and his 'pleasance in the marsh'

FromThe English Heritage Podcast


Episode 230 - Henry V at Kenilworth Castle and his 'pleasance in the marsh'

FromThe English Heritage Podcast

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Length:
71 minutes
Released:
Aug 31, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This week, we’re talking about King Henry V, who is famous for his victory over the French at the 1415 Battle of Agincourt, his military abilities during the Hundred Years’ War with France and the Shakespeare play named after him.

Joining us to reveal more about this celebrated medieval king and the time he spent at Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire are head historic properties curator Dr Jeremy Ashbee and emeritus professor of medieval history at the University of Southampton Anne Curry.

To discover more about the history of Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden or plan a visit, go towww.english-heritage.org.uk/kenilworth.
Released:
Aug 31, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites, and brings the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk