#### [9.1 Anglo-Saxons (In One Take)](/content/free-lessons/9-1-anglo-saxons-in-one-take-4/index.html)

The history of the Anglo-Saxons, condensed into a seven minute rap.

Run time: 7:06 [Free lesson](/content/free-lessons/9-1-anglo-saxons-in-one-take-4/index.html)

#### 9.2 Where did the Anglo-Saxons come from?

An investigative-style mini-documentary, interviewing new arrivals as they step off the boat from their long journey from Eastern Europe and into Suffolk.

Run time: 5:04

#### 9.3 What was Anglo-Saxon life like?

We meet people from a variety of backgrounds to learn more about their daily work and lifestyles. We explore Anglo-Saxon beliefs, burial customs, crafts and notions of class through the lens of a funeral for someone very important.

Run time: 6:53

#### 9.4 How did the Anglo Saxons rule?

We meet two of the most influential figures in Anglo-Saxon History: Alfred the Great and his daughter, Aethelflaed.

Run time: 5:31

#### 9.5 How do we know about the Anglo-Saxons?

With the help of Basil Brown, Nina Frances Layard and Ipswich Museum we look at how objects from the past help us better understand history today.

Run time: 6:03

**Anglo-Saxons**\
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- 8 video lessons](/content/free-topics/world-war-one/index.html) **World War Two**\
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- 5 video lessons](/content/free-topics/20th-century/index.html) **Medieval**\
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- 6 video lessons](/content/free-topics/cold-war/index.html) **British Empire**\
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