Sweyn was not like the other Godwinsons. He was a black sheep, the odd one out. He was a wannabe viking, and the path down which this led him is a tragic tale of honour, betrayal and dismay
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The Godwinsons I – An Origin Story
One of the most powerful names of the 11th Century, Godwin, Earl of Wessex, is a figure who remains shrouded in mystery. He came from a relatively bleak background, and played the political game to such a legendary extent that he won the greatest Earldom in England, and became the right hand man to not just one, but four kings.
Cnut’s New Men
These men under King Cnut all have their own stories and each is incredibly fascinating. I intend to write more about them individually as time goes on, but this is an introduction to who I consider the most amazing figures in all of history.
The History Book 