The White Ship Disaster: The Deadly Shipwreck That Shook 12th Century England
The White Ship Disaster: The Deadly Shipwreck That Shook 12th Century England

The White Ship Disaster: The Deadly Shipwreck That Shook 12th Century England

July 31, 2023 9:36am
11:39
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Explore the tragic story of the White Ship Disaster, one of the most devastating maritime accidents (a shipwreck) in medieval Europe - where 300 people lost their lives. On November 25, 1120, the White Ship, a luxurious vessel carrying the heir to the English throne and many nobles, sank off the coast of Normandy, France, killing everyone on board except one survivor. Find out all the wrong choices that led to the reshaping of history.#shipwrecks #scary #england #normandy #history #accident #disaster #royalty #kings #henry #learn #amazing #education Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Duration:11:39
Published:July 31, 2023 9:36am
File Size:26.7 MB
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Explore the tragic story of the White Ship Disaster, one of the most devastating maritime accidents (a shipwreck) in medieval Europe - where 300 people lost their lives. On November 25, 1120, the White Ship, a luxurious vessel carrying the heir to the English throne and many nobles, sank off the coast of Normandy, France, killing everyone on board except one survivor. Find out all the wrong choices that led to the reshaping of history.#shipwrecks #scary #england #normandy #history #accident #dis...

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