Discover the captivating tale of Edith the Fair, also known as Edith Swanneck, an Anglo-Scandinavian noblewoman from the 11th century. Edith, one of England’s wealthiest nobles, was renowned for her beauty and was a lover of King Harold Godwinson, with whom she had six children. Raised by her father, Thorkell the Tall, a Viking chief, Edith's life was intertwined with war and loyalty. Despite the chaos, she earned the nickname 'Swanneck' for her gentle nature. Notably, after the Battle of Hastings, she identified Harold's body on the battlefield, ensuring he had a proper burial. This episode dives deep into her ancestry, her relationship with Harold, and her impact during England's turbulent times. Music: "VOICE OF PRAYER" by Noel Malekar Watch on YouTube 00:00: Introduction01:39: Ancestry & Early Life07:05: Relationship with Harold Godwinson11:53: England at War & The Queen Who Never Was15:20: Edith Walks through the battlefield #EdiththeFair #EdithSwanneck #HaroldGodwinson #BattleofHastings #11thcentury #Anglo-Scandinavian #ThorkelltheTall #Viking #medievalEngland #noblewoman See show notes: https://inlet.fm/history-profiles/episodes/68b9d3ade49cc51834dc208c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices