The Year of Two Queens: Controlling the Realm in 'The Anarchy'

In 1141, after King Stephen’s capture at the Battle of Lincoln, England found itself in a unique place in its history: the Empress Matilda and Queen Matilda waged war against each other trying to gain, hold or maintain the English throne. Explore this extraordinary year with historian Katherine Weikert, as she reveals what female authority looked like in this brutal struggle for power.

Katherine Weikert is Senior Lecturer in Early Medieval European History at the University of Winchester specialising in England and Normandy circa 900-1200.

The Long 12th Century. Conquest and rebellion, betrayal and murder, warring queens and sibling rivalry. This is the story of the long 12th century, a four part series exploring the legacy of this turbulent period of British history. Each week join our collection specialists and special guests to discover the key characters and events that shaped this time of extraordinary change.

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