England: From the Fall of Rome to the Norman Conquest Season 1 Episode 10 Kings of the North: Northumbria's Ascent

Delve into the Northumbria region in the 7th century. Here, you will start by considering the ebb and flow of Anglo-Saxon hegemony in the north and northwest. Find out about some of Northumbria's great leaders, the economy around lifestock and herding, and the importance of the city of York.