Athelstan

# King Athelstan: A Life of Power King Athelstan sat on the throne of England from 925 to 939 AD. During his time as ruler, he worked to make his kingdom stronger and more united. He faced many challenges as he tried to bring different parts of England under his control and keep peace with neighboring lands. Through his leadership, Athelstan became one of the most important kings in English history. This radio show tells the story of how he rose to power and what he did to shape the nation during his fourteen years as king.