Aired Wednesday 14 February, 8:00pm - 9:00pmon BBC Four HD

Invasion! with Sam Willis

Series 1 Episode 2

Dr Sam Willis tells the story of the Barbary Corsair pirates, who made their HQ on Lundy Island, and brings together the evidence of the little-known tale of King Louis the Lion. This French king invaded Britain in the 13th century after being invited to do so by plotting nobles.

Category
Documentary / History
Original air date
12/12/2017
Cast and crew
  • Sam WillisHost