1066: not just the Norman Conquest
Charles West explores 1066 beyond Hastings, revealing a Europe gripped by upheaval, intrigue, and dramatic change
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Show Notes
1066 is synonymous with the battle of Hastings. Yet while Duke William of Normandy was launching his conquest of England, the rest of Europe had its own crises to contend with. This Long Read written by Charles West takes us on a tour of the continent during this dramatic year.
Today's feature originally appeared in the January 2026 issue of HistoryExtra Magazine, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB.
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