David Carpenter
Professor of Medieval History at King's College London
3 episodes
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The Second Barons' War
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the vicious war (1264-7) that followed Simon de Montfort's seizure of power from Henry III and his family while supporting new, broader parliaments.
6 May 2021
Also featuring: Louise Wilkinson, Sophie Thérèse Ambler
The Anarchy
Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss The Anarchy, the period of bloody civil war that took place in 12th-century England.
1 November 2012
Also featuring: John Gillingham, Louise Wilkinson
The Magna Carta
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the Magna Carta, the charter issued by King John in 1215 that is often seen as the basis of English liberties.
7 May 2009
Also featuring: Nicholas Vincent, Michael Clanchy