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Radio Somerset,24 mins

Dawn of England: Ethandun

Charlie Taylor

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Full interview with Dr Ryan Lavelle from the University of Winchester, who describes the build up to and aftermath of the Battle of Edington. He met BBC Somerset's Charlie Taylor at Alfred's Tower in Somerset, where the army is believed to have gathered before marching into Wiltshire to face the Danes. The second part of the interview takes place at Bratton Camp, where the famous battle may have taken place. With thanks to Alan Power and the National Trust.

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