Tostig Godwinson, an Anglo-Saxon nobleman and Earl of Northumbria, was the brother of King Harold Godwinson. Known in the Norse sagas as a clever and formidable warrior, Tostig is also depicted in Latin writings as strong, brave, handsome, and gracious. Both Norse and Anglo-Saxon sources portray him as a distinguished man and warrior. Historians consider Tostig's exile pivotal in sparking two major invasions: Harald Hardrada's Norse attack and William, Duke of Normandy's renowned conquest. These events led to the fall of Anglo-Saxon England and a series of brutal battles. Music: "VOICE OF PRAYER" by Noel Malekar Listen here 00:00: Introduction01:08: Ancestry & Early Life05:25: Exile of the Godwinson Family08:16: Tostig's rise to Power & War in Wales13:04: Northumbrian Revolt of 106517:57: Tostig is Exiled from England23:45: Tostig Sways King Harald Hardrada29:34: The Battle of Fulford32:58: The Battle of Stamford Bridge & Death38:08: Legacy #TostigGodwinson #Anglo-Saxon #Northumbria #HaroldGodwinson #HaraldHardrada #WilliamtheConqueror #Norse #NormanConquest #1066 #Vikings See show notes: https://inlet.fm/history-profiles/episodes/68d18ea20bca0e395fc44a94 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices