Simon Sudbury and the 1381 Peasants’ Revolt | Chivalry and Betrayal: The Hundred Years War
Dr Janina Ramirez examines the scull of Simon Sudbury, the Lord Chancellor of England, who was decapitated during the 1381 Peasants' Revolt.
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 6'32''
- Broadcast year: 2013
Curriculum Connection
- History | Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014 | Power: Monarchy and Democracy in Britain c.1000 to 2014 | c.1000-c.1485
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Licence: ERA Licence required
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Chivalry and Betrayal: The Hundred Years War
- Episode: Breaking the Bonds 1360-1415
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