DVD: Monarchy Series 1

Hosted by Dr. David Starkey, this documentary series charts the tumultuous birth and early growth of the British monarchy, starting from the chaos of the Dark Ages, the rise of Alfred the Great, Anglo-Saxon England, the Viking invasions, the pivotal Norman Conquest (1066), and the medieval power struggles involving figures like Henry II, Edward I, and Shakespeare's famous kings (Richard II, Henry IV, V, VI). It explores how the concept of English kingship emerged, shaped by conflict, ambition, and the forging of a unified nation. This first season lays the historical foundation for the entire monarchy, establishing the roots of the crown through violence, ambition, and the unique development of English politics. 294 minutes.