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Quest for Arthur: England and the Anglo-Saxons

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The history of England is a long and complex one, but it can be divided into three main periods: the Anglo-Saxon period (495-1066),the Norman period (1066-1154),and the Plantagenet period (1154-1485).

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The Anglo-Saxon Period

The Anglo-Saxon period begins with the arrival of the Anglo-Saxons in Britain in the 5th century. The Anglo-Saxons were a group of Germanic tribes who had migrated from mainland Europe. They quickly established themselves in Britain, and by the end of the 6th century they had conquered most of the country.

The Anglo-Saxon period was a time of great cultural change in Britain. The Anglo-Saxons brought their own language, customs, and laws to Britain, and these gradually replaced the Celtic culture that had existed there before.

The Anglo-Saxons were also a very warlike people, and they were constantly fighting among themselves for control of the country. This period also saw the rise of Christianity in Britain. The Anglo-Saxons were converted to Christianity by missionaries from Rome, and by the end of the 7th century most of the country had converted to the new faith.

The Anglo-Saxon period ended in 1066 with the Norman Conquest. The Normans were a group of French-speaking Vikings who invaded England from Normandy. They defeated the Anglo-Saxon king Harold Godwinson at the Battle of Hastings, and established a new Norman dynasty in England.

The Norman Period

The Norman period was a time of great change in England. The Normans brought their own language, customs, and laws to England, and these gradually replaced the Anglo-Saxon culture that had existed there before.

The Normans were also a very powerful people, and they quickly established a strong central government in England. They also built many castles and cathedrals, and they encouraged the growth of trade and commerce.

The Norman period ended in 1154 with the death of King Henry I. Henry I was the last of the Norman kings, and his death led to a period of civil war in England. The civil war was eventually won by Henry II, who became the first of the Plantagenet kings.

The Plantagenet Period

The Plantagenet period was a time of great prosperity and expansion for England. The Plantagenet kings were very successful in war, and they added many new territories to the English kingdom.

The Plantagenet period also saw the rise of the English Parliament. The Parliament was a body of representatives from the different parts of the country, and it played an important role in the government of England.

The Plantagenet period ended in 1485 with the death of King Richard III. Richard III was the last of the Plantagenet kings, and his death led to a new period of civil war in England. The civil war was eventually won by Henry Tudor, who became the first of the Tudor kings.

The Tudor Period

The Tudor period was a time of great change in England. The Tudor kings were very powerful, and they established a strong central government in England. They also broke away from the Catholic Church and established the Church of England.

The Tudor period also saw the rise of the English Renaissance. The Renaissance was a period of great cultural change in Europe, and it had a major impact on England.

The Tudor period ended in 1603 with the death of Queen Elizabeth I. Elizabeth I was the last of the Tudor kings, and her death led to a new period of civil war in England. The civil war was eventually won by Oliver Cromwell, who established a republic in England.

The Stuart Period

The Stuart period was a time of great political instability in England. The Stuart kings were often at odds with Parliament, and this led to a number of wars between the two sides.

The Stuart period also saw the rise of the British Empire. The British Empire was a vast collection of territories that were controlled by England. The British Empire was the largest empire in the world, and it had a major impact on global politics and economics.

The Stuart period ended in 1714 with the death of Queen Anne. Queen Anne was the last of the Stuart kings, and her death led to a new era in British history. The Hanoverian period began in 1714 with the accession of King George I. The Hanoverian kings were German princes, and they were not very popular in England.

The Hanoverian Period

The Hanoverian period was a time of great change in England. The Hanoverian kings were very successful in war, and they added many new territories to the British Empire.

The Hanoverian period also saw the rise of the Industrial Revolution. The Industrial Revolution was a period of great technological change in England, and it had a major impact on the country's economy and society.

The Hanoverian period ended in 1901 with the death of Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria was the last of the Hanoverian kings, and her death led to a new era in British history.

The Modern Era

The modern era of British history began in 1901 with the accession of King Edward VII. King Edward VII was the first of the Saxe-Coburg and Gotha kings, and he was a very popular monarch.

The modern era of British history has been a time of great change. The British Empire has declined, and Britain has become a much more multicultural society.

Britain is now a constitutional monarchy, and the head of state is the Queen or King. The Queen or King is the symbolic head of the government, and the real power lies with the Prime Minister and the Parliament.

Britain is a member of the European Union, and it has a close relationship with the United States. Britain is a leading member of the Commonwealth of Nations, and it has a strong commitment to international cooperation.

The history of England is a long and complex one, but it can be divided into three main periods: the Anglo-Saxon period, the Norman period, and the Plantagenet period. These three periods saw great changes in the country's culture, society, politics, religion, economy, and foreign policy.

The modern era of British history has been a time of great change, and the country has faced a number of challenges. However, Britain has emerged from these challenges as a strong and prosperous nation.

References

Ashley, Mike. British History: A Very Short . Oxford University Press, 2009.
Brown, R. Allen. The Anglo-Saxons. Boydell Press, 2009.
Davis, Norman. The History of England. Penguin Books, 2008.
Fryde, E. B., et al. Handbook of British Chronology. Cambridge University Press, 1996.
Haigh, Christopher. English History for Dummies. John Wiley & Sons, 2009.

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