Great Kings Of England: Richard The Lionheart - DVD

Their extraordinary stories are part of the fabric of a nation they were men of royal blood whose deeds shaped the past and built the foundation of England as it is today. Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Richard the Lionheart, King Henry VIII and King Charles I.

Few English kings deserve the title great more than Alfred of Wessex. He defeated the Vikings at Edington in 878, conquered Danelaw, and organized a standing army and navy. Alfred was also a scholar and lawmaker, promoting education and improving laws. This program features new location footage, re-creations, and expert commentary from historians, art scholars, and authorities, exploring the life and legacy of a remarkable ruler.

England has never seen a more colorful monarch than King Henry VIII. His unyielding power over the throne was constantly overshadowed by his infamous matrimonial problems, which had such a profound effect on a deeply religious country. A man of passionate nature, he also possessed a cruel streak, the King's six wives will forever adorn the pages of history. From dashing youth to gout-ridden old age, this is the story of 'Good King Hal.'