Episodes

  • With Frederick the Great Chapter XII - Another Step
    Jul 7 2026
    In which the harrowing clash between Prussian and Russian forces unfolds with fierce determination and costly bravery, marked notably by a gallant rescue amid the chaos of battle. The weary soldiers, reflecting on valor and loss, pause under heavy skies while strategists weigh the perils of their positions and the cautious maneuvers of their adversaries.
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    38 mins
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter XI - Leuthen
    Jul 6 2026
    In which the Prussian army, led by the astute and bold Frederick, executes a masterful and well-coordinated assault upon the Austrian forces at Leuthen, displaying remarkable strategic insight and indomitable courage in the face of formidable opposition. The narrative then turns to the harrowing encounters with the advancing Russians, highlighting the harsh realities of war and the enduring spirit of the Prussian soldiers as they confront overwhelming odds.
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    40 mins
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter VII - Flight
    Jul 5 2026
    In which young Fergus, newly escaped and dressed in the guise of an enemy officer, makes his arduous way through snow-laden defiles and wary towns, securing safe passage by means both prudent and enterprising. He finally reaches the familiar quarters of Marshal Keith, where his remarkable escape and exploits are met with admiration and a warm welcome.
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    37 mins
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter V - Lobositz
    Jul 4 2026
    In which the young soldier Fergus Drummond finds himself amidst the tense manoeuvrings and fierce artillery duels of a critical encounter between Prussian and Austrian forces near the village of Lobositz, where strategy and courage are tested on difficult, marshy terrain. As the fog lifts and the battle unfolds, Fergus undertakes a daring and perilous ride through hostile cavalry, illustrating the mixture of peril and gallantry that marks the campaign.
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    37 mins
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter II - Joining
    Jul 3 2026
    In which Fergus Drummond, recently appointed to the 3rd Royal Dragoon Guards, is introduced to the rigours and etiquette of Prussian military life, from having his uniform tailored to meeting Marshal Keith and the king himself. As he familiarises himself with his regiment and orderly, Fergus gains insight into the discipline, camaraderie, and subtle rivalries that shape the daily existence of a soldier in this foreign service.
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    36 mins
  • Wulf the Saxon Chapter XXII - The Lord of Bramber
    Jul 2 2026
    In which the solemn aftermath of battle sees Edith resign herself to a cloistered life while Wulf and Beorn navigate the shifting tides of loyalty and land under the new Norman rule, witnessing the grand yet mournful fate of Harold’s reign. The young thanes’ fortunes rise through alliance and marriage into the De Burg family, as Norman and Saxon customs intertwine amid the building of castles and the forging of a new peace in a land forever altered.
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    36 mins
  • Wulf the Saxon Chapter XIX - Stamford Bridge
    Jul 1 2026
    In which the valorous struggle of the English levies culminates in the fierce and fateful Battle of Stamford Bridge, where Wulf and his comrades endure the rigours of combat and the heavy cost of victory against the Norse invaders. Following the grim aftermath of slaughter and loss, the weary victors tend to their fallen, secure the allegiance of Northumbria, and face the looming threat of a new foe from the South.
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    33 mins
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter X - Rossbach
    Jul 6 2026
    In which Fergus stealthily navigates enemy outposts to gather vital intelligence on troop movements, revealing the swift manoeuvres and tensions preceding a great battle. The narrative then follows the strategic dispositions and spirited resolve of Frederick and his commanders as they prepare to face overwhelming odds with hopeful courage and steadfast determination.
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    40 mins