The rise and fall of the Kingdom of Man - Andrew McDonald

Discover the medieval empire of the Isle of Man and the Hebrides, and how a dynasty of sea kings rose to power.
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On a small island in the Irish Sea, fortresses preside over the rugged shores. This unlikely location was the birthplace of a medieval empire that lasted 200 years. Rulers built coastal fortresses on cliffs, roved the seaways, and threw themselves into epic battles to consolidate control over an impressive maritime kingdom. Andrew McDonald uncovers this forgotten dynasty of sea kings.
Lesson by Andrew McDonald, directed by WOW-HOW Studio.
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[@dorothywasrighttho5129]

The pen is mightier than the sword. - the dude who forged the letter probably.

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A pen is not mightier than a sword. A pen does not battle nor does a sword do poetry. Mighty is the hand who knows when to use the sword and the pen.

[@oshmi5398]

@@hurjireepz7021 wow, that's deep

[@zeruichen3711]

@@hurjireepz7021 My history teacher behind my shoulder while i research for a project:

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[@BreakingStorms]

It's a damn good day when TED-Ed releases a history video.

[@mafia6804]

Yep

[@pidgeon6799]

yep

[@Honne1064]

Yep

[@kaiking7621]

Yep

[@DarkSorcerer]

Chain Breaker #1

[@hellozup]

Oh my I really love the animation style for this.. It's like I'm playing a virtual board game

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[@f3tsch906]

Ck3 it is.

[@lonestarr1490]

You mean The Banner Saga?

[@uphilldew]

ikrr

[@robbiemcgrath7865]

Total war

[@cgt3704]

The King of Man may be the most biblical-like title i have ever heard

[@cyberbird2014]

what about the Emperor of Mankind?

[@cgt3704]

@@cyberbird2014 thats in warhammer 40k.

[@cyberbird2014]

@@cgt3704 ... I know

[@gktte2574]

maybe because it was written by early christians?

[@cgt3704]

@@gktte2574 Man is a celtic name . And the early christians were roman.

[@elliotyong2331]

“I used to rule the Man, Seas would rise when I waved my hand.” - Godred probably

[@OwenNewo619]

Is that a Coldplay reference?

[@yomother8067]

Its a good quote ngl

[@Brightifyisthebest]

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[@samuraiboi2735]

Hmmm welp only in isle of man

[@redstoneshiny463]

"I uuuuuuused to rule world" -captain sparkles

[@Crick1952]

The most badass name for a country in history. Imagine having "of the Kingdom of Man, The Sea-King" at the end of your name

[@ZaldunUrdina]

These were the real life equivalent of the Greyjoy. Even their eventual fall and annexation is similar.

[@amoral_minority]

My exact thoughts. And I thought Greyjoys were supposed to represent the Norse.

[@Richard_Nickerson]

@@amoral_minority It turns out these people are descendants of the Norse people

[@theguystealingyourinternet3712]

many elements of GOT were taken from the war of the roses so it's not far-fetched to say Martin got some inspiration here

[@randomobserver8168]

@@theguystealingyourinternet3712 More distant, but I think the Stanleys, who played a decisive role at Bosworth in 1485, were then in possession of Man as a fief. No direct significance, but strangely appropriate.

[@persiagil1488]

Many elements of a story are inspired by real events.

[@arcathattalid9599]

There is a great story about how the Kingdom of Man took one of the Hebrides peninsulas. After a war when dividing the land between the Scottish lords and the Manx, the Scots declared the King of Man could rule everything he could "pass his ships rudder over", thinking he would only claim the isles. Instead he beached his ship and had the crew carry the boat across the narrowest points of one of the peninsulas. As per the agreement he was allowed to keep the peninsula.

[@therespectedlex9794]

Each territory is clearly an ant hill megalopolis!

[@TheOldBlackShuckyDog]

I’m liking these Irish Sea region videos, interesting stories which aren’t usually told. Dublin also has a pretty interesting history

[@Brightifyisthebest]

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[@billyfox6368]

What others have there been?

[@Maribro4]

Same here. Celtic/Gaelic history needs more love and appreciation. It’s so rich and interesting

[@romanski5811]

You could name any place on Earth and add "also has a pretty interesting history" to it, and it would literally be true in all cases.

[@TheOldBlackShuckyDog]

@@romanski5811 well yeah, obviously that goes without saying. my point is this specific region hasn’t particularly had much interest in the public scope so it’s nice to see a bigger channel like Ted Ed being it up

[@shouryajaiswal8655]

The Island has perfect location for a break for the sea ships where they can repaired

[@denniseggert211]

It´s the perfect base for quick operations into ireland, scottland, Wales and England.

[@Brightifyisthebest]

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[@shouryajaiswal8655]

@@denniseggert211 also an easy island for blockade

[@pilotfg4612]

@@shouryajaiswal8655 how small do you think this island is?

[@remardalisay2414]

Kingdom of Man and the geographical location of the Isle of Man reminds me of the Iron Isles in the Game of Thrones.

[@puneetmishra4726]

The Ironborn resemble Vikings more

[@syedshahrukhraza2923]

@@puneetmishra4726 The rulers of the Isle of Man were descended from Vikings.

[@nunyabiznes33]

Main difference is that the Iron Islands are more a backwater location, unlike Man where they can control trade routes.

[@Raleyg]

Actually, the Iron Islands are perfectly situated to dominate the sea trade in the west coast of Westeros, and many kings have used this wealth to build up the fleets that are then wasted on raiding, and then destroyed by the mainland, thanks to idiots like Balon and Dalton

[@christianwhittall5889]

I wouldn’t be surprised if it was. GoT takes inspiration from a lot of British history and the GoT map is just The British isles if you flip Ireland upside-down and put it where France is supposed to be.

[@prometheus7387]

Never thought the Isle of Man has a spicy history

[@mysticdragonex815]

@@bigmoniesponge ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@randomobserver8168]

Salty, too.

[@ItJuM856]

fax i thought it was always just chillin there

[@notmydaughteruBITCH]

I remember meeting two people from the Isle of Man when I was at Sydney harbour, Australia taking photos of the Opera house. They were so kind to me about how I didn't know what the Isle of Man was and I felt bad for saying that. If I ever meet them again, or anyone else from there, I would love to tell them that their country's history is fascinating - thank you for educating me!

[@paulhoward7756]

Yeah, us Manx are used to people not knowing where we are. It’s just one of those things. Fun fact though: the Beegees were born here

[@luxborealis]

Man is the New Zealand of Britain. It is usually left off maps and you should under no circumstance confuse them with the island to their west.

[@inari.28]

@@paulhoward7756 And they grew up here in Brisbane!

[@veemie8148]

@Tribhuvan Shekhawat They're the guys that made "Stayin' Alive"en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bee_Gees kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH-pq5mtgbJqaMU

[@paulhoward7756]

@Tribhuvan Shekhawat There’s a phrase that goes round the IOM: “We’re born to hold axes in any weather”

[@MrSpy-jo4je]

I’m surprised that you didn’t mentioned that their descendants are still alive and well and actually do have some influence in Man, and even trying to reinstate the king 👑

[@kwagar9810]

Really? What are their names?

[@luxborealis]

@@kwagar9810 Probably Robertson or Law. When the Scots took over they married the Crovan women into the new clan taking charge of the Isles, which eventually became Clan Robertson. The Law line (the barons Ellesborough) would probably be the most likely candidates by virtue of already being lords.

[@Death_Korps_Officer]

the Sea Kings will rise again!

[@alastarmullen1072]

They have my support in their endeavors!

[@olivermunro6355]

No they don't? I'm Manx and live on the Isle of Man and haven't heard a single thing like what you're suggesting

[@aamishshine2267]

I swear, the person reading this is perfect for teaching history. Love his voice!!

[@Springye]

Perfect overview of the Norse influence on this island, visiting there today you can definitely feel this impact of history and see it all around, mostly untouched by modern development - definitely recommend to anyone travelling to the Island to visit the 'House of Mannanan' museum or the 'Manx Museum' for this insight over time (Peel Castle and Castle Rushen also essential if possible!)

[@A.Filthy.Casual]

"This small group had an outsized influence on the region" basically sums up all of the British isles' history

[@A.Filthy.Casual]

....actually....just history in general

[@therespectedlex9794]

No it doesn't, that's just the Isle of Man. Anyway, you mean Britain, or England, not the British Isles.

[@A.Filthy.Casual]

@The Respected Lex Does exercising frantic pedantry on a 7 month old dead youtube comment really bring you enough satisfaction that you felt this necessary? Rethink your decisions maybe, friend.

[@joeduckburyofjoeducania4587]

@@therespectedlex9794 true the other countries where weak if it wasn't England or Scotland they would be invaded by someone else

[@piplupcola]

Norse and Celtic roots? How lucky to have two fascinating heritages. Those folks must have been beautiful.

[@Leonhardt_Nukryst]

This story reminds me of the story of the King's men of Numenor from J.R.R Tolkein's The Lord Of The Rings

[@Midorikonokami]

Maybe that's what gave him the thought. Funny that - Ireland would then be the undying lands

[@AbrahamSamma]

I had the exact same thoughts too, especially after I saw the title 😄. I had no idea this island has such a rich history.

[@mrjoe332]

Tolkien brain worm gang!

[@Richard_Nickerson]

@@Midorikonokami No, Ireland would be Tol Erresëa

[@cholloway0046]

which tolkien based on atlantis btw

[@aclockworkcranberry]

There is a decent amount of quality museums on the island and an impressive amount of history for a place that can be driven the whole length in just 45 minutes.

[@akumaking1]

All hail the Man-Emperor !

[@ST0AT]

All hail!

[@halflifeger4179]

Man-King*

[@thrax1920]

Glory to the sacred nation of man. The Emperor protects.

[@punelopepunstop5515]

…guess we can’t call it “The Forgotten Kingdom” anymore.

[@BatCostumeGuy]

Well, it's mostly forgotten, the only reason I know about the empire is because of this video, and I have subscribed to more than 30+ top history channels on youtube.

[@rareearthwalker4536]

Im an American with Manx ancestry and a lover of history. I thank you for this video!

[@corruptedmilk2481]

Manxie here! Wonderful to see this Godred Crovan was also known as King Orry and has a significant place in manx folklore

[@gemmaharmonia6609]

Thank you for telling me that. I was gonna say, I’ve never heard of these people they’re talking about but King Orry is a name I’m familiar

[@rajdeepkashyap5766]

The music is just perfect and propelled the storytelling.

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Family Is Everything - Dom Torotot

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family 🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀

[@scottanno8861]

Family transcends physics.

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MCD TITLE

[@kartikadewi3270]

McDonald's title

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The most important thing in life will always be family - Vin Diesel

[@STM1066]

Man, that was a good story

[@GodsGrieff]

The narrator's voice is a perfect match for such history videos! Good job TED-ed.

[@profiAcc]

The design and animation are absolutely fantastic! great job to the whole team!

[@benrozner3353]

these TED-Ed videos just keeps getting better and better every time, both in animation and content.

[@ghosewoo1212]

seriously, you're probably the only channel that made a video about it, I waited for a video like this an eternity

[@potatoesandducks958]

Love the drawing style here, and the narrator's voice fits the lesson so well.

[@eugenej.6331]

So this is basically the equivalent of the British Empire within Britain.

[@sajanpreetsingh9144]

🤣

[@innitbruv-lascocomics9910]

@@billcipherproductions1789 Oof wait wat?

[@eoincampbell1584]

@@billcipherproductions1789 Dude there's no need to get defensive, especially of the British empires violent colonialist practices.

[@billcipherproductions1789]

@@eoincampbell1584 And I guess violent civil wars aren't brutal?

[@eoincampbell1584]

@@billcipherproductions1789 YOU are the one deciding that for some reason we need to compare the British empire to the Kingdom of Man and decide which is better. It's weird. Stop it. Please.

[@LightFykki]

Considering the day and age, that title will be spicy.

[@christophern762]

Why what's wrong with the title?

[@victorpiccard5165]

@@christophern762 man as in man

[@fartz3808]

@@christophern762 The age of Man is over.... the time of the ork has come

[@Jobe-13]

@@fartz3808 Middle Earth is in grave danger

[@mysticdragonex815]

@@victorpiccard5165 ah yes, the floor here is made out of floor

[@Maribro4]

Such an overlooked part of history. Excellent video!

[@francesleones4973]

The animation and character designs are gorgeous. Kudos to tue artists and animators who made this wonderful video ❤

[@imlaughinq7445]

I’m so glad this subject is getting more light

[@CATCATCAT-Gaming]

Ted Ed makes the most entertaining and greatest history videos

[@pratikshahgreat]

10/10 would watch series on this topic

[@aamnisaraswat486]

I thought I was playing the Viking game called bad north. I love this, and it’s such a good day when TedEd releases a new video. It’s amazing how you make something boring like history sound like an amazing game!!

[@nghile3726]

To Warhammer fans who find yourself here: "The Emperor wills it, and you shall obey."

[@ZOCCOK]

The Emperor Protects ⚔️🛡️

[@aidang2717]

summon the elector counts!

[@miloskaluznik48]

In His name we invade this comment section.

[@nghile3726]

@@miloskaluznik48 Call for Imperial Fist reinforcement, we need their fortification specialty. The Korp shall hold the line.

[@user-io2on9ho5s]

I am prince and emperor

[@markcaponi5977]

Oh cool my old professor from brock university! This was so awesome to watch, he always has been so involved in the history of this island.

[@cookiez4565]

man i dont even use ted-ed for school and stuff, i just love the little animations and how it actual teaches you some stuff you'd probably never know about.

[@thormaster06]

Loved the visual style of this one!!

[@vrushankagrawal555]

The animation quality , voice and diction are highly addictive

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"Kingdom of Man" is one of, if not THE, most badass names for an an kingdom!

[@shannonpincombe8485]

This was really enjoyable. I've never known any of this history until now.

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i’ve been watching these videos since i was a little kid and they’re still so engaging and interesting

[@sometimesumo5325]

Ted Ed is awesome,I watch every single video he makes!

[@Hitman-li1hg]

They should make a show about this. I will remember it much better then.

[@christosgeorgiafentis4825]

Every time I watch Ted Ed, I learn something new every day. I didn't even know that island even existed until today, let alone a long history!

[@Silenceic]

I love the narrator's voice, he sounds so peaceful and calm. He can be telling a story about war and death but I will still find peace in his voice.

[@chezdude3265]

YAAAAAAAASSS I've been waiting for this

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The Art style is beautiful!

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whoa.. what with these beautiful animations, so fluid, real eye candy

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Every Ted-Ed video has a power that utilize my depressed mind and upgrade it to an excitement state.

[@hrishikeshacharyya365]

Really sick and captivating animation on this one. Done beautifully

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Thank you very much for sharing this very interesting, beautifully-animated, informative, and educational video! All the best and plenty of success! Much respect for the knowledge you share and for the great quality of these animated videos! 😊

[@danielfoster6180]

The animation in this video is very impressive, really aided the tale.

[@hiukas.]

The art style is... Outstanding!

[@parkla4098]

Time to start a new Crusader Kings playthrough as the Isle of Man :)

[@naveenraj2008eee]

Hi ted-ed Awesome video.. Never before heard history.. Thanks..🙏👍

[@micahbush5397]

The Isle of Man, a land of four-horned sheep and tailless cats.

[@SeanBZA]

Don't forget the famous race, and a people who consider the ideal indoor temperature something like that in the fridge.

[@earlgutierrez3274]

Yes

[@sohamacharya171]

Also of weird symbols.

[@Casual-Enthusiast]

And incestuous family's spanning from peel to foxdale 😂 It's a local joke.

[@g.3581]

And wallabies

[@nickxplore4265]

INCREDIBLE art on this one! Wooow!

[@user-cs4iv6zj8d]

TED-Ed is TED-Ed!! It's lucky that I can see TED-Ed's videos!! TED-Ed's videos are really interesting and I can learn lot of things,,!! Thank you TED-Ed! It's great to watch this kind of history video!!

[@thaovivuchannel9775]

I really love this channel So helpful

[@KelNg130]

This story has potential for a great video game

[@worldofrk9858]

The quote at the beginning of the video was really very amazing , it's something which I firstly look for in your videos .

[@Richard_Nickerson]

Videos*

[@worldofrk9858]

@@Richard_Nickerson typing mistake . 😅😅

[@meghancosgrove7637]

I need an animated tv show about this! This style really suits the story.

[@earlgutierrez3274]

I always love learning about the history on my island

[@IAmGlutton4Life]

Do you think the native language of your Island will ever be revived

[@ronan_3628]

@@IAmGlutton4Life no

[@IAmGlutton4Life]

@@ronan_3628 what makes you think it won't be

[@ronan_3628]

@@IAmGlutton4Life dead init no one speaks it

[@ronan_3628]

and its the shitest language

[@markusschulzbro]

Graphics is top notch!

[@Staingo_Jenkins]

Good stuff as always

[@_MrPixel_]

I love this art style

[@epiccrusadr8583]

As a descendant of Somerled I find this very interesting

[@cracker9210]

Manx here Good to see someone talking about our history i known I'm late

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Wonderful video. Loved it!❤

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Ted-Ed is seriously a crown jewel of KZbin

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Great video, thanks for it.

[@Nietabs]

Just after watching this video, I went on a watching spree on this channel. I felt good craving for knowledge

[@5MinutePsychology]

A very pleasant and informative video! Thanks!

[@minalameey4366]

TED_ED , please make a video about the sea people and the bronze age collapse ,it is such an interesting historical mystery and we NEED more about it

[@myliege8197]

This channel is my new sparknotes.

[@ArchYeomans]

I love these types of videos. It should have addressed the ancient Chronicles of Mann.

[@adenuristiqomah984]

Dang I would watch if TED-Ed releases a one or two seasons about these people.

[@mikemugno4354]

This the kinda content i crave

[@raptorteam486]

One of the Emperor's lesser stellar attempts at the glorious path for Humanity

[@MementoMorituri]

Wow!! How did I not know about this?? Color me impressed. I have some serious research to do.

[@NikolasSerpanos]

Truly Epic

[@charliebagshaw9753]

Hey guys! Loved this video and the channel! Can you please do episode on Cornwall. There is amazing history and language, plus a battle between the identities of English and Cornish! Please, oh please do it!

[@mbbbits4847]

So interesting! Thanks!

[@namngo6195]

fun fact: Mann is the inspiration for the Iron Islands in "A Song of Ice and Fire" series

[@flameify8285]

First time im early to a ted ed video

[@brianapoloniobibangco4485]

Not anymore

[@maxhill9254]

Great information, thx

[@ubelyildmar2368]

This kingdom seems like a great influence on creating the House Greyjoy in the Game of Thrones books and series.

[@jonas1015119]

Amazing animation in this one

[@rauhajaruoho]

so much Age of Empires vibes, omg

[@farel456]

love the animations!

[@pleasingnobody]

Amazing animation!

[@arthurpiccio7906]

3:09 I like how when the spear hit him in the chest that the blood escaped through his leg.

[@saltymarshmellow8044]

CK3 players be like: "Yea... we know" lmao

[@omarasif2068]

Lol yeah man is pretty insane in ck3. I love it.

[@Sean-xw2wx]

Forming the kingdom of mann, look I'm the pirate now.

[@mikeoxmaul45]

Elevate the Kingdom of Mann and the Isles

[@JustanotherGuy-xx4gy]

The music in the background reminds me of CK2 lol