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The fascinating history of Bree: a look at the unique village in Middle-earth / Lord of the Rings

The fascinating history of Bree: a look at the unique village in Middle-earth / Lord of the Rings

Cut and Thrust - Your Journey Through the Middle Ages vor 7 Monaten

The forgotten village that's older than Gondor! Why Bree is the most important place in Middle-earth that nobody notices.

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#middleearth #bree #tolkien In this episode, Hendrik and Carmen
show you why the small village of Bree is far more fascinating
than it appears in the films! This unassuming little place at the
crossroads has a history that predates both Gondor and Arnor –
and was the setting for world-changing events. We delve into the
history of the Pre-Númenóreans, who settled on Bree-hill as early
as the Second Age, and discover how the strategic junction
between the East-West and North-South trade routes became a
unique melting pot. Men and Hobbits lived here peacefully
together for centuries – almost unheard of in Middle-earth! From
the famous Prancing Pony to Gandalf's fateful meeting with
Thorin, to that dramatic night when Frodo put on the Ring and the
Nazgûl spies saw everything. Learn how the Rangers secretly
protected Bree for centuries, why Bill Ferny became a traitor,
and how the village survived the dark years without protection. A
story of courage, community, and the power of small places in
great times. We'd love to hear your comments! #medieval #fantasy
#lordoftherings #tolkien #middleearth #lotr #history
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