True Story of Guthrum: Viking Conquest in The Last Kingdom

Explore the riveting tale of Guthrum, a formidable Viking warlord whose name struck fear into the hearts of Saxon kings. Delve into the 9th-century clashes between Vikings and Saxons, Guthrum's leadership in the Great Heathen Army, and his pivotal role in the siege of Wessex. Discover Guthrum's early life, his battles alongside the legendary sons of Ragnar Lothbrok, the historic battle of Edington, and his eventual conversion to Christianity.
00:00:00: Introduction00:00:49: Chapter 1: Early life00:02:23: Chapter 2: The Great Heathen Army00:04:23: Chapter 3: Guthrum takes Wessex00:06:40: Chapter 4: A fool's hope00:08:02: Chapter 5: The battle of Edington00:09:05: Chapter 6: Guthrum's conversion to Christianity
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