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Monarchy with David Starkey

A United Kingdom (Season 1, Episode 5)
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TV Episode | 49 min | Documentary, History
Monarchy looks at the reigns of Edward I through Edward III. Edward I (also known as Edward Longshanks) conquers Wales and provokes Scotland into rebellion. He forces John Balliol to abdicate, but the Scots continue to resist under William...See moreMonarchy looks at the reigns of Edward I through Edward III. Edward I (also known as Edward Longshanks) conquers Wales and provokes Scotland into rebellion. He forces John Balliol to abdicate, but the Scots continue to resist under William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. After Edward's death, his son becomes King Edward II. Edward II is an unpopular king due to his extravagant favoritism in the Court. He leads his armies to defeat against Scotland in the Battle of Bannockburn and is later deposed by his wife Isabella. Edward III is crowned is popular with the people and the nobles. Using the longbow, he has military success against the Scots and begins the 100 Years War against France. Written by Shatterdaymorn See less
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Director
Lucy Swingler
Producer
Lucy Swingler
Composer
Andy Price
Cinematographers
Chris Openshaw | Steve Robinson
Editor
Sue Outlaw
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Status
Edit Released
Updated Nov 15, 2004
Release date
Nov 15, 2004 (United Kingdom)

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