In the turbulent and violent era of seventh-century Britain, kingdoms were forged and destroyed by the blade. One of the era's most notable rulers was Oswiu of Northumbria, a king whose life was defined by exile, warfare, betrayal, and spirituality. He started with a divided realm, hemmed in by foes, and confronted one of the time's most formidable warriors: Penda of Mercia. Oswiu was more than just a survivor. Through cleverness, bravery, and a pivotal battle, he elevated Northumbria to become one of Britain's dominant kingdoms. This episode chronicles Oswiu's journey: the monarch who vied for his crown, dismantled Mercia's power, and played a crucial role in England's future trajectory.

#Oswiu #Penda #Northumbria #Mercia #Anglo-Saxon #BattleoftheWinwaed #MedievalHistory #BritishHistory #EnglishHistory #ChristianityinEngland #Paganism See show notes: https://inlet.fm/history-profiles/episodes/6a4f0ecf14251d27f70286d9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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