Britain’s history is truly a real-life Game of Thrones, full of fascinating stories about events that changed the course of history. We will approach the subject chronologically through the reigns of influential monarchs and their impact on the social and political history of Great Britain. We will cover the period from the Norman Conquest (1066) to the end of The War of the Roses (1485). This period saw the reign of some colorful monarchs – including Henry II and his queen, Eleanore of Aquitaine, Edward I, Richard II and Henry V. It was also the time of major historical events, including The Magna Carta, the Black Death, and the development of the English Language. Join us as we explore this fascinating period in history.
