Saxon and Norman
By Amice MacDonell · Running time 01:07:31 · Historical Fiction, Historical, Drama
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Edward the Confessor is very weak and will die soon. But with no son to succeed him, who will gain the throne? The common folk and loyal Saxon barons in England want Harold, while the Norman barons and the people in Normandy, France want Duke William. They claim Edward gave William the throne. Who is right? Will Britain be Normanized? - Summary by Esther ben Simonides Cast List King Edward the Confessor: Beth Thomas Harold, Earl of Wessex: Adele de Pignerolles Gyrth, brother to Harold; Cecilia, daughter of William and Matilda: Rachel Stigand, Archbishop of Canterbury: Mike Harris William, Duke
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