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Monday 1st June 2015
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A preview for the series “The Normans”: King Edward promises the throne to both of his sons, which doesn’t make things easy!
William and Harold hang out together, and swear an oath
Historical Desktops: William organizes his invasion after learning things hadn’t gone to plan
History’s Craziest Fools: William the Conqueror: Wicked William makes his first mistake when landing
Battle of the Day: The Battle of Hastings: The most famous battle in history kicks off with exclusive interveiws
Norman Style: William and the Normans conquer England-Norman style!
Let’s Blow Stuff Up!: Some of the many explosive things made by the Ancient Chinese
Amazing Scientists: Ibn al-Haytham: The great scientist explains the wonders of the Medieval Universe, and all about his invisible friend
Let’s Talk About Art: The Bayeux Tapestry in the making by nuns
The Great Saxon Bake Off: Mad bread (parody of The Great British Bake Off)
William’s servants’ attempts to loot him after his death turn into a game of statues
Chatty Death: William the Conqueror talks to Death about his funeral
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Norman Style (parody of “Gangnam Style” by Psy)
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