Everyone’s happy… except that Harold fellah lol I’m with ya though, it’s fascinating to see the intricate detail and beauty of something created to depict something so violent and deadly.
I thought Cnut declined a duel because Edmunds larger size was too much of an advantage. Great channel! Love your content,keeping history alive! From across the pond! 👍🛡
Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms. Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290 link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London. The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196 link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
In Britain we also had another Edmund Ironside in WW2. He was also a giant of a man standing at 6ft 4 inches tall and weighing 17 stone. During WW2 he was appointed Chief of the Imperial General Staff and was in charge of the BEF sent to France. He soon became very angry with French General Billotte's attitude and grabbed him by the lapels pulling from his feet declaring he was already defeated and would not fight. Therefore centuries after King Edmund Ironsides death another Edmund Ironside carried on his legacy.
if I could go back in time would deffo have liked to meet Edmund Ironside the man was a legend in his own time one of the greatest swordsman Cnut had ever seen 🤛🏻🔥💯💪🏻
@@sc2320 same here what a epic and bloody time. Would have been nice to watch the duel if it indeed happened as it did in the sources, thank you so much for watching!
What a beautiful story! Generosity and courage hand in hand. Let's honor these brave men forever! (note: in poor northern Brazil, people still sing "The throne of King Cnut - O trono do Rei Canudo). Maximum Respect!
@historyprofiles it's a lesson for those who believe Brazil is not part of Western civilization. (Bertrand Russel, top English philosopher, agrees with me in "Skeptical Essays").
Any man who was given the nickname Ironside was a definately a complete 1 in a million warrior. Sharing his namesake with Bjorn Ironside. Thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed the video!
@historyprofiles his mother gunhilde of wenden was married to Eric the victorious of Sweden who died in 995. She then remarried to Sweyn forkbeard and had Harold II in 996 so 998 would probably be Canute birth year.
@@historyprofilesIt was less a duel and more Richard III bodying everyone between him and Henry VII. If the Stanley's hadn't betrayed Richard and not got a detachment there in time then Richard would've killed Henry VII.
I’d love if you could do a video on the rulers during the heptarchy period. I know you’ve done some figures from that time but a video series or extra long doc on those kings and ladies would make me a very happy nerd 🤓
@@Andy_Babb I was thinking of doing some of the bretwaldas; going in depth on figures such as offa of Mercia! If you have any particular suggestions let me know! Thank you for watching the video and I hope you enjoyed!
@@historyprofiles Oswiu of Northumbria, Ecgfrith if Northumbria, Penda of Mercia, Ecgbert of Wessex, Æthelberht of Kent, Rædwald of East Anglia, etc. just to name a few
@@historyprofiles that would be fantastic! I’m not really familiar with many aside from maybe Redwald, but I’m really interested in the earliest rulers in Britain after Rome left. How the different kingdoms of the heptarchy rose, the influence from the massive influx of Northern Europeans through the centuries and what that would have been like? I’m from the US so I’ve learned what little I know from great channels like yours! I look forward to seeing what you come it with.
@@mktf5582 I’ve covered uhtred the bold in my real uhtred video. However a video on the in depth battles seems like a very good idea! Thank you for the suggestion! Any Viking warrior suggestions? I was maybe thinking of sytric silkbeard and egil skallagrimsson
This was significant - 2 Kings dueling it out for the throne, eventually coming to terms and dividing rulership! I don't think it's ever happened like this before.. Who knows what really happened to Edmund? But I'd bet most likely Cnut had him killed, however I could believe that the treacherous dog Eadric would too. Good idea for a video!
@@jaredtindall2447 I agree I don’t think kings dueling it out like that had happened for hundreds if not thousands of years. Just goes to show how tired the men were of constant warfare, I also think Cnut probably had him killed, he was noted during his reign of being ruthless and wiping out all opposition. He killed Edmund’s younger brother, tried to kill Edmund’s sons who were sent away to the Swedish court and killed several other Anglo Saxon nobles. Even his own wernt immune as thorkell was banished from England and he played a pivotal part in the war. Cnuts brother continently died young allowing Cnut to claim Denmark, then he had Olaf killed and took Norway, an extremely shrewd political player and killer! But yes the idea of who killed Edmund would be great! Thank you for watching always appreciate you Jared!
It seems kind of incredible that Edmund would surrender half of his land to the Danes (yet again) after the struggle to unify England by Alfred and his descendants. He must have not felt confident about their chances of victory.
@@parse.thoughtspace I agree. Although one source says Cnut also offered Edmund co-kingship of Denmark as well. This may have given Edmund more of an incentive, although cnuts brother Harald was the king of Denmark at the time so that dosnt really make sense unless Cnut was lying to get out of the duel, but there’s so many ways you can look at it. The simplest is that he was wary of battle and again according to the sources both armies were tired from so much battle to the point where the single combat was basically forced upon the kings, hope you enjoyed the video!
Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms. Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290 link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London. The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196 link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
Was so sad to see. His name was Ironside for a reason!! Imagine how good it would have been if they had shown the proper war and then the duel would have been epic, anyway hope you enjoyed the video!
@historyprofiles His depiction actually p*ssed me off. Not only would it have been far more interesting to see Cnut have to face a real threat, they character assassinated Edmund and tarnished his legacy. I turned it off and won't watch anything to do with 'Vikings' ever again, they keep doing that to English history. It's actually a little bit offensive.
Of course The 2 Time Queen of England, Emma of Normandy, wouldn't have been involved in her Stepson's death. Emma of Normandy's life should be made into a movie.
Wait!?...Thorkell the Tall was the leader of the Jomsvikings? I thought Freydis Ericsdotter was their leader....danggit!....and I'll just bet you Jarl Haakon wasn't a blackwoman either.
@@mikeevans96 they really did butcher the Jomsvikings, women wernt even allowed in jomsborg 😂 would have been epic if they included thorkell… hope you enjoyed the video though!
This was written 300 years after the events described. Roger of Wendover is a romantic and his sources are dodgy at best. The Anglo Saxon Chronicle is a contemporary source.
@@StephenKarch it’s not an English duel, it’s a duel for the throne of England. According to the sources it was fought on an small island so I can imagine it would have been similar to a holmgang
@@StephenKarch Yes, Cnut was a Viking conqueror just like the later William the Conqueror. However, both became Kings of England, its how you became King in those days.
PSA This is a fantasy retelling of a story we have little hard evidence about. Good story telling though. Supposedly they never dueled though so idk where you got that
I thought the duel had no basis too however, a guy commented on my holmgang video about their duel and I didn’t know about it. I did some research and found the information and thought I have to make a video about it! Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms. Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290 link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London. The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196 link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
@@Chance-ry1hq 0 aspects of the video were made with AI, from the voice to the images to the script. And these are the accounts backing my video. Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms. Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290 link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London. The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196 link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
@@historyprofiles from all accounts ive heard so far is that cnut didnt accept the duel, your view is new to me so i cant really say anything about the duel.
@@ihannibal2470 Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms. Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290 link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London. The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196 link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
@ sorry for starting with a rant but this is what i hate about internet... i thought i knew all there was to know about the legend that is edmund ironside because of other * history * channels. but having said that i wanna thank you for this new information sir and i really appreciate your video's ive been watching your channel for a while now.
@@ihannibal2470 same here! A guy commented on my holmgang video about their duel and I didn’t know about it. I did some research and found the information and thought I have to make a video about it! Thanks for watching and commenting! The interaction really means a lot!
@@brandonboggs5461 so many soldiers met their end in those battles. But yes the duel was epic and a duel like that for the throne hadn’t happened like that in hundreds if not thousands of years!!
I always liked those medieval tapestries. Even in the most horrific depictions, everybody seems so cheerful and happy to be there, even the victims.
Everyone’s happy… except that Harold fellah lol I’m with ya though, it’s fascinating to see the intricate detail and beauty of something created to depict something so violent and deadly.
@@mackdog3270 some are very amusing! Thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed!
I thought Cnut declined a duel because Edmunds larger size was too much of an advantage. Great channel! Love your content,keeping history alive! From across the pond! 👍🛡
@@wilsontheconqueror8101 one source could have said that! But this video was on the accounts of that wrote of the duel! Hope you enjoyed the video!
Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms.
Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290
link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up
The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London.
The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196
link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
@@historyprofiles I'm so impressed with how you answered this viewer. Many don't ever share their sources and you encourage others by sharing yours.
In Britain we also had another Edmund Ironside in WW2. He was also a giant of a man standing at 6ft 4 inches tall and weighing 17 stone.
During WW2 he was appointed Chief of the Imperial General Staff and was in charge of the BEF sent to France. He soon became very angry with French General Billotte's attitude and grabbed him by the lapels pulling from his feet declaring he was already defeated and would not fight. Therefore centuries after King Edmund Ironsides death another Edmund Ironside carried on his legacy.
The sources were not Ciking or Dane or so of course they would skew things in their own favor
I luv history!!
Well done😊
@@sleepthoughamostqruelandde1116 thank you so much for watching! Hope you enjoyed !
Brilliant!And you reference your pictures... That's so useful.
@@Kevin-m2x8n hope you enjoyed the video! Thank you they took a long time find and compile!
if I could go back in time would deffo have liked to meet Edmund Ironside the man was a legend in his own time one of the greatest swordsman Cnut had ever seen 🤛🏻🔥💯💪🏻
@@sc2320 same here what a epic and bloody time. Would have been nice to watch the duel if it indeed happened as it did in the sources, thank you so much for watching!
What a beautiful story! Generosity and courage hand in hand. Let's honor these brave men forever!
(note: in poor northern Brazil, people still sing "The throne of King Cnut - O trono do Rei Canudo). Maximum Respect!
@@sergiop.ealbuquerque8176 thank you so much for watching! That’s so interesting I would never have imagined that!
@historyprofiles it's a lesson for those who believe Brazil is not part of Western civilization. (Bertrand Russel, top English philosopher, agrees with me in "Skeptical Essays").
Very Enjoyable! Keep them rolling.
@@stephenwise734 thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed!
EDMUND DESERVED BETTER HE EARNED SO MUCH RESPECT
Any man who was given the nickname Ironside was a definately a complete 1 in a million warrior. Sharing his namesake with Bjorn Ironside. Thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed the video!
Love your content! Keep up the good work ❤❤❤❤
I appreaciate you so much daniel! Always the first to comment on every vid! I hope you enjoy this one! ❤
Informative historical coverage video about a wisdom page of England 🏴 🇬🇧 history.
@@mohammedsaysrashid3587 thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed the video!!
Excelent content as usual! Thank You for all the hard work on research!
Thank you so much for your cotinues support I appreaciate you! Thank you for watching!
That's awesome! You do care about your subscribers, and working hard too. Thank you for this amazing video :)
@@Elke-j8m thank you so much Elke! Appreciate you a lot! I hope you enjoyed the tale of this epic duel!
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Welcome Ollie! I put it on tv screen, and it is amazing! I love it 😍
Thank you for sharing this with us ⚔️
@@-RONNIE thank you for watching Ronnie I hope you enjoyed!!
@historyprofiles Thanks I did but even if I know about a subject I always enjoy revisiting it
Amazing video. Bravo.
@@dominicyelin thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed!
Another great video 🤙
@@adamstephenson7518 thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed the video!
Canute was only 18 at the time in 1016 he was born in 998 it makes sense for him to not fight Edmund in single combat who was in mid to late 20s
@@Nicholas-mi2vt where did you find that date? I thought he was born in the year 990
@historyprofiles his mother gunhilde of wenden was married to Eric the victorious of Sweden who died in 995. She then remarried to Sweyn forkbeard and had Harold II in 996 so 998 would probably be Canute birth year.
This is gonna be epic.
@@yucatansuckaman5726 hope you enjoy the video!
Another duel for England next: Henry VII vs Richard III! YOU'RE THE BEST
@@danielsantiagourtado3430 will definitely read up on it now!
@@historyprofilesIt was less a duel and more Richard III bodying everyone between him and Henry VII. If the Stanley's hadn't betrayed Richard and not got a detachment there in time then Richard would've killed Henry VII.
I’d love if you could do a video on the rulers during the heptarchy period. I know you’ve done some figures from that time but a video series or extra long doc on those kings and ladies would make me a very happy nerd 🤓
@@Andy_Babb I was thinking of doing some of the bretwaldas; going in depth on figures such as offa of Mercia! If you have any particular suggestions let me know! Thank you for watching the video and I hope you enjoyed!
@@historyprofiles Oswiu of Northumbria, Ecgfrith if Northumbria, Penda of Mercia, Ecgbert of Wessex, Æthelberht of Kent, Rædwald of East Anglia, etc. just to name a few
@@roderickclerk5904thank you will look into some of them
@@historyprofiles that would be fantastic! I’m not really familiar with many aside from maybe Redwald, but I’m really interested in the earliest rulers in Britain after Rome left. How the different kingdoms of the heptarchy rose, the influence from the massive influx of Northern Europeans through the centuries and what that would have been like? I’m from the US so I’ve learned what little I know from great channels like yours! I look forward to seeing what you come it with.
Please do Canute's Conquest/Battles in details, Ulfcytel Snillingr/Uhtred the Bold of Bamburgh (real life Uhtred of Bebbanburg) and Viking Warriors.
@@mktf5582 I’ve covered uhtred the bold in my real uhtred video. However a video on the in depth battles seems like a very good idea! Thank you for the suggestion! Any Viking warrior suggestions? I was maybe thinking of sytric silkbeard and egil skallagrimsson
This was significant - 2 Kings dueling it out for the throne, eventually coming to terms and dividing rulership! I don't think it's ever happened like this before.. Who knows what really happened to Edmund? But I'd bet most likely Cnut had him killed, however I could believe that the treacherous dog Eadric would too. Good idea for a video!
@@jaredtindall2447 I agree I don’t think kings dueling it out like that had happened for hundreds if not thousands of years. Just goes to show how tired the men were of constant warfare, I also think Cnut probably had him killed, he was noted during his reign of being ruthless and wiping out all opposition. He killed Edmund’s younger brother, tried to kill Edmund’s sons who were sent away to the Swedish court and killed several other Anglo Saxon nobles. Even his own wernt immune as thorkell was banished from England and he played a pivotal part in the war. Cnuts brother continently died young allowing Cnut to claim Denmark, then he had Olaf killed and took Norway, an extremely shrewd political player and killer! But yes the idea of who killed Edmund would be great! Thank you for watching always appreciate you Jared!
The Vinland Saga anime on Netflix covers this whole story. It's a great Anime and a must see!
I’ve seen it it’s great! I have a real thorkell the tall video if you want to check that out!
Eadric was an S.O.B. of the highest order, huh
@@thejudgmentalcat the biggest traitor in English history, thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed the video!
Building castles are one thing, saxxoning a castle is another it's good to know how to do both lmao (ancient coat of arms wehrheim/warehime)
It seems kind of incredible that Edmund would surrender half of his land to the Danes (yet again) after the struggle to unify England by Alfred and his descendants. He must have not felt confident about their chances of victory.
@@parse.thoughtspace I agree. Although one source says Cnut also offered Edmund co-kingship of Denmark as well. This may have given Edmund more of an incentive, although cnuts brother Harald was the king of Denmark at the time so that dosnt really make sense unless Cnut was lying to get out of the duel, but there’s so many ways you can look at it. The simplest is that he was wary of battle and again according to the sources both armies were tired from so much battle to the point where the single combat was basically forced upon the kings, hope you enjoyed the video!
@historyprofiles I enjoyed it very much, I love your content and always look forward to the next upload!
Then there was the Saxon king who invented batteries, Edward the Ever Ready.
Pretty much every character's portrayal on Vikings Valhalla was a travesty. None more so than Jarl Hákon. Great video, as usual, my friend 👍
Ah yes Jarl Hakon, there a no words.... Thank you so much for watching! Glad you enjoyed!
My wife, her maiden name was Ironside. Mine, on the other hand, was of no consequence...
Everybody talks about Cnut the Great, but nobody talks about his Aussie descendant, who is an absolute sick Cnut!
I’m Danish and I have Never heard about those duels.
Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms.
Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290
link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up
The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London.
The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196
link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
@ I’ve just never heard about it but it will make sense that Knut forbade it to be spoken. Thank you for responding 👍🏻🇩🇰
@@ronniaj thank you for watching! Hope you enjoyed the video!
@ as always you have The top Viking videos
@ Thank you it means a lot!
Those days shurly totaly different.
@@lotharluder2743 there were indeed! Thank you for watching!!
Edmund was a giant of a man, one of Englands fiercest warrior kings, so of course Vikings: Valhalla turned him into an incompetent mewling wimp.
Was so sad to see. His name was Ironside for a reason!! Imagine how good it would have been if they had shown the proper war and then the duel would have been epic, anyway hope you enjoyed the video!
@historyprofiles His depiction actually p*ssed me off. Not only would it have been far more interesting to see Cnut have to face a real threat, they character assassinated Edmund and tarnished his legacy. I turned it off and won't watch anything to do with 'Vikings' ever again, they keep doing that to English history. It's actually a little bit offensive.
It’s pronounced Sven not swane but other than that great video
Of course The 2 Time Queen of England, Emma of Normandy, wouldn't have been involved in her Stepson's death. Emma of Normandy's life should be made into a movie.
Wait!?...Thorkell the Tall was the leader of the Jomsvikings? I thought Freydis Ericsdotter was their leader....danggit!....and I'll just bet you Jarl Haakon wasn't a blackwoman either.
@@mikeevans96 they really did butcher the Jomsvikings, women wernt even allowed in jomsborg 😂 would have been epic if they included thorkell… hope you enjoyed the video though!
@historyprofiles I did. Thank you.
This was written 300 years after the events described. Roger of Wendover is a romantic and his sources are dodgy at best. The Anglo Saxon Chronicle is a contemporary source.
I know I question if the duel really happened at the end of the video. Hope you enjoyed anyway!
I thought Cnut is a Viking, So how is it an English Duel?.
@@StephenKarch it’s not an English duel, it’s a duel for the throne of England. According to the sources it was fought on an small island so I can imagine it would have been similar to a holmgang
He was king of England.
@MrOx85 But he was A Viking Conquorer wasn't he?. Or am I wrong?.
@@StephenKarch yes cnut was a viking conquorer
@@StephenKarch
Yes, Cnut was a Viking conqueror just like the later William the Conqueror. However, both became Kings of England, its how you became King in those days.
PSA This is a fantasy retelling of a story we have little hard evidence about. Good story telling though. Supposedly they never dueled though so idk where you got that
100% better than the crap that was Vikings Valhalla
I thought the duel had no basis too however, a guy commented on my holmgang video about their duel and I didn’t know about it. I did some research and found the information and thought I have to make a video about it! Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms.
Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290
link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up
The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London.
The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196
link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
@@gatorhawk7167 Fantastic storytelling here absolutely ❤️
@@zegledude thank you for watching! The comment before is where I got the info for the video the sources are all there
@@historyprofilesYou really went above and beyond with this amount of time given to a comment response. Earned my subscription!
Anglo saxon people should not be treated like second class citizens in their own country today😮😅
We need a christian anglo saxon to save england today...?😮😅
The paintings in this video have nothing to do with this story. A pretty silly poorly made inaccurate video.
@@Chance-ry1hq a poor comment with nothing backing it
@ A poorly made, AI generated video with nothing backing it.
@@Chance-ry1hq 0 aspects of the video were made with AI, from the voice to the images to the script. And these are the accounts backing my video.
Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms.
Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290
link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up
The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London.
The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196
link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
edmund ironside is a true legend its such a shame he died so young and in such a despicable way.
@@ihannibal2470 he was a legend indeed and the way he died was disturbing… thank you so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed the duel!!
@@historyprofiles from all accounts ive heard so far is that cnut didnt accept the duel, your view is new to me so i cant really say anything about the duel.
@@ihannibal2470 Here are the quotes and links if you want some further reading on the duel: Thither the kings, clad in splendid armour, crossed over and commenced a single combat in the presence of the people. Parrying the thrust of the spear as well by their own skill as by the interposition of their strong shields, they drew their swords and fought long and fiercely hand to hand, his valour protecting Eadmund, and his good fortune Cnute. The swords rung on their helmets, and sparks of fire flew from their collision. The stout heart of Eadmund was kindled by the act of fighting, and as his blood grew warm his strength augmented ; he raised his right hand, brandished his sword, and redoubled his blows on the head of his antagonist with such vehemence that he seemed rather to fulminate than strike. Feeling his strength failing him, and unable long to endure such an onset, Cnute meditated peace ; but as he was crafty, and afraid lest if the youth perceived his weakness he would not listen to his words of peace, drawing in all his breath he rushed on Eadmund with wonderful valour, and immediately drawing back a little, he asked him to pause awhile and give him audience. The latter was of a courteous soul, and, resting his shield on the ground, he listened to the words of Cnute, who thus proceeded : " Hitherto I have coveted thy kingdom, bravest of men ; but now I prefer thyself not only to the kingdom of England, but to all the world. Denmark serves me, Norway yields me subjection, the king of Sweden has struck hands with me ; so that, although fortune promises me victory everywhere, yet thy wonderful manliness hath so Avon my favour, that I long beyond measure to have thee as a friend and partner of my kingdom. I would that thou, in like manner, wert desirous of me, that I might reign with thee in England, and thou with me in Denmark." Why should I add more ? King Eadmund most graciously assented and yielded to his words, though he could not be forced by arms.
Roger of Wendover's Flowers of history p.290
link: archive.org/details/rogerofwendovers01roge_0/page/290/mode/2up
The sevaith time, the two armies met in Gloucestearshire but the great men of the realm, fearing on one side the power of Kmg Edmimd, and on the other that of King Canute, said among themselves, " Why are we such fools as to be so often putting our lives in peril? Let those who wish to reign singly decide the quarrd by single combat "The proposal wajs approved by the kings, for Canute was not wanting in courage. Lists were erected in Olney, and the duel of the kings began. There spears on both sides were shattered against the armour they wore, and the affair came to be decided by the sword. Both nations heard and saw with groans and shouts the feaiful clang and the gleaming flash of their arms. But at length the incomparable strength of Edmund [Ironside] dealt thimder on his rival, and Canute, though he defended himself stoutly, beginning to quail, cried out, "Bravest of youths, why should either of us risk his life for the sake of a crown ? Let us be brothers by adoption, and divide the kingdom, so governing that I may rule your affairs, and you mine. Even file government of Denmark I submit to your disposal." The generous mind of the young king was moved to gentleness by these words, and the kiss of peace was mutually given. The people assenting with tears of joy, the kingdom of Wessex was allotted to Edmund, and the kingdom of Mercia to Canute, who then returned to London.
The chronicle of Henry of Huntingdon p.195-196
link: archive.org/details/chroniclehenryh01foregoog/page/196/mode/2up
@ sorry for starting with a rant but this is what i hate about internet... i thought i knew all there was to know about the legend that is edmund ironside because of other * history * channels. but having said that i wanna thank you for this new information sir and i really appreciate your video's ive been watching your channel for a while now.
@@ihannibal2470 same here! A guy commented on my holmgang video about their duel and I didn’t know about it. I did some research and found the information and thought I have to make a video about it! Thanks for watching and commenting! The interaction really means a lot!
Well, lets be friends instead of die. Although tons of soldiers were dying
@@brandonboggs5461 so many soldiers met their end in those battles. But yes the duel was epic and a duel like that for the throne hadn’t happened like that in hundreds if not thousands of years!!