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The Battle of Maldon

The Poetry of HistorySeries 2
Episode 1 of 4

Jonathan Bate presents a series examining historical events through the poetry they inspired. 1/4: The Battle of Maldon. The 991 engagement is remembered in the traditional poem.

30 minutes

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Sat 1 Dec 200723:30
BBC Radio 4

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  • Sun 25 Nov 200716:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Sat 1 Dec 200723:30
    BBC Radio 4