
Welcome to exciting new weekly podcasts from top historians, all about the British Civil Wars.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 111 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||

On 6 December 1648, Pride’s Purge marked a watershed moment in the English Revolution. By arresting some MPs and preventing others from sitting, the New Model Army seized political power. Now the Army, rather than Parliament, would dictate the future... more
The formation of the New Model Army placed a significant burden on every taxpayer in England at a time when wartime devastation, disruption of trade and a series of poor harvests was already causing hardship across Britain. According to the Army’s de... more
In the years leading up to the outbreak of Civil War, very few would have predicted that England would become a Republic. But in Parliament, one MP, Henry Marten (1602 – 1680) who was returned for Berkshire in the Short and Long Parliaments, became a... more
Brilliana Harley was one of the heroines of the British and Irish civil wars. A deeply religious woman, in her husband’s absence, Brilliana successfully held off a royalist siege of her family home at Brampton Bryan in Herefordshire for three months ... more
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I’ve listened to about 18 episodes so far. Especially appreciated Dr. Mendelsohn’s discussion of the civil wars in children’s literature, the reappraisals of John Pym, and the extraordinary legal challenges of the King’s trial. This series really helps to open up this period, and reflect on changing historical interests and trends as well. Bravo!
Great to dive deeper than the average pod… with subject matter dissecting the most formative era in British politics. Thankyou.
Loving this podcast. Lots of interesting and varied episodes, which are just the right length. Are you taking requests? Would love to hear an episode about George Monck!
Left wing Protestant sympathizers. Podcast is garbage.
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The content focuses primarily on the British Civil Wars from 1638 to 1651, highlighting significant historical figures, events, and the societal impacts of this tumultuous period. Episodes explore diverse topics including women's roles, dietary changes, military strategies, and the influence of historical fiction on public perception of the civil wars. The discussions often feature expert historians and engage in debates over interpretations of key events, such as the execution of Charles I and the role of Oliver Cromwell. This approach not only broadens the listener's understanding of the civil wars but also presents the intricate dynamics of political and religious conflicts during this era, making it particularly appealing to history ent... more
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