Is King Canute misunderstood? - BBC News

In the recent row over injunctions and Twitter, the analogy of King Canute vainly trying to hold back the tide has constantly been used. But is it correct?

Articles by Kathryn Westcott's Profile, BBC Journalist

Sweyn Forkbeard - king of Denmark

The King Canute Dispute - Where Did He Try to Stop the Tide

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Were the Vikings really so bloodthirsty? - BBC News

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List of common misconceptions - Wikipedia

What Was the Significance of King Cnut's Victory at Assandun?

Canute II of Denmark, World Monarchs Wiki