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Ancient cities and the Norman conquest

Ancient cities and the Norman conquest

Andrew Wallace-Hadrill examines the rise of Athens and Rome, while David Bates visits one of the Normans’ most important castles

Published: August 20, 2015 at 1:01 PM

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Classical historian Andrew Wallace-Hadrill explains how the great cities of Athens and Rome functioned in the ancient world. Meanwhile, medieval expert David Bates pays a visit to Norwich Castle, a key site for understanding how the Normans consolidated their rule in England.