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Roger Mortimer: The Usurper

2025/3/14
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@Matt Lewis : 本集探讨了罗杰·莫蒂默在推翻爱德华二世中的关键作用,以及他与伊莎贝拉王后之间的关系。从他逃离伦敦塔,到掌握权力,最终被处决,莫蒂默的一生充满了复杂性和传奇色彩。 @Paul Dryburgh : 罗杰·莫蒂默早年是爱德华一世和爱德华二世的忠诚仆人,拥有杰出的军事生涯。然而,由于与休·德斯彭塞的冲突,他最终卷入了内战,并与伊莎贝拉王后联手推翻了爱德华二世。莫蒂默的婚姻也为他带来了巨大的财富和权力,这使得他能够与其他贵族竞争。在爱尔兰和威尔士的经历塑造了他的性格和军事策略,使他能够在复杂的政治环境中游刃有余。 在逃离伦敦塔后,莫蒂默与伊莎贝拉王后联手入侵英格兰,并成功地推翻了爱德华二世。他们之间的关系复杂,可能存在爱情,也可能仅仅是政治联盟。莫蒂默在爱德华三世早年时期掌握了巨大的权力,但他最终因贪婪和滥用权力而被处决。他的统治时期,虽然短暂,却对英格兰的历史产生了深远的影响。 Paul Dryburgh: 莫蒂默的早年生活和职业生涯,以及他与爱德华二世的关系,在很大程度上被后来的事件所掩盖。他最初是爱德华二世的忠实拥护者,并在爱尔兰和威尔士的军事行动中表现出色。然而,与休·德斯彭塞的冲突以及对边境领地的威胁最终导致了他与爱德华二世的决裂。 莫蒂默从伦敦塔的成功逃脱是其人生的转折点,这使他能够与伊莎贝拉王后联手,并最终推翻了爱德华二世。他们入侵英格兰的行动是迅速而有效的,几乎没有遇到任何抵抗。莫蒂默在爱德华三世早年时期担任摄政王,但他贪婪的性格和滥用权力最终导致了他的垮台。关于爱德华二世的死因,存在着多种说法,莫蒂默可能参与其中,也可能没有。 莫蒂默的遗产是复杂的。他是一个有能力的军事领袖和政治家,但他也是一个贪婪和专横的人。他的统治时期对英格兰的历史产生了深远的影响,特别是关于国王被废黜的先例。

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Exploring Roger Mortimer's early life, his marriage, and his rise to prominence, focusing on his military and political career prior to his rebellion.
  • Roger Mortimer was born around 1287 and had a stellar military career.
  • He was one of the most loyal servants of Edward I and Edward II until 1321.
  • Mortimer's marriage to Joan de Janville significantly increased his status and wealth.
  • He became an important figure in the Marches of Wales and administered Ireland successfully.
  • Mortimer's family, the Mortimers of Wigmore, were a significant baronial family in the Welsh borders.

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Roger Mortimer: The Man Who Overthrew a King.

Matt Lewis delves into the life of Roger Mortimer, a key figure in the downfall of King Edward II. Joined by historian Paul Dryburgh, they explore Mortimer's military and political career, his strategic marriage and his crucial role alongside Queen Isabella. From Mortimer's storied escape from the Tower of London to his ascent to power and ultimate execution, this is an examination the complexities and legacy of one of medieval England's most fascinating figures.

Gone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis and Dr.Eleanor Janega. Lines performed by Enzo Cilenti and Daniel Evans. Audio editor is Amy Haddow, the producers are Joseph Knight and Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.

All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.

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