425 Hereward: The Fall of Ely

Published: Aug. 7, 2023, 10:14 p.m.

In 1071, the betrayal by Abbot Thurstan to William, revealing Ely\u2019s defenses, marks a pivotal moment in Hereward\u2019s resistance. Despite starvation and siege hardships, Hereward\u2019s refusal to surrender underscores his unyielding spirit against Norman dominance. William\u2019s struggle to amass a willing army for the final assault, due to past failures, reveals his reliance on promises [\u2026]

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