Leeds Castle: The Loveliest Castle in the World

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William the Conqueror: From Bastard Duke to King of England (Norman Kings Series)

Rebecca and historian Matthew Lewis launch a new series exploring the Norman kings, beginning with the man who changed England forever: William the Conqueror.Born the illegitimate son of the Duke of Normandy, William survived a childhood filled with violence, betrayal and politic ...  Show more

Finding Richard III and the Evidence That the Princes Survived

Philippa Langley became internationally known for leading the search that discovered the remains of King Richard III beneath a Leicester car park. Now she is challenging another of history’s most enduring mysteries: what really happened to the Princes in the Tower?Philippa joins ...  Show more

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