S4.09 Robert Curthose

We kick off the Norman nearly monarchs with Robert Curthose, the eldest son of William the Conqueror who managed to miss out on becoming king twice. A dramatic life story, tussling with his father and brothers, a bromance with Edgar the Ætheling and a starring role in the First Crusade. But is it enough for the Rex Factor?

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"(00:00:00) Introduction"

"(00:01:30) Biography"

"(00:35:43) Battleyness"

"(00:50:37) Scandal"

"(00:52:20) Subjectivity"

"(01:01:10) Longevity"

"(01:02:18) Dynasty"

"(01:03:01) Rex Factor"