The Power of the Godwins

The Power of the Godwins

This course explores the rise and influence of the House of Godwin, a dominant family in Anglo-Saxon England by the 1060s. It examines their control over key earldoms, their strategic political marriages, and the challenges they faced, including King Edward the Confessor's attempts to curb their power. Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal family's role in the lead-up to the Norman Conquest.