Murder in the Cathedral: Henry II’s Controversial Yet Foundational Reign

Henry II is remembered as the architect of England’s legal transformation, the builder of its early modern state, and the founder of its longest lasting dynasty, but also as the king whose clash with Thomas Becket led to one of the most shocking crimes of the medieval world. In this video, we explore his rise, reforms, relationship with Becket, and the murder that changed the balance between church and crown forever. Time Stamp: Introduction - 0:00 How We Got Here - 0:55 The History - 2:38 Impact on Society at the Time - 10:29 Enduring Impact on Society - 12:12 Outro - 14:38 Attributions & Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W... Enjoy medieval drama? Check out the playlist on Medieval Europe:    • The Making of Medieval Europe