It is widely known thatGeorge R.R.
Martins epic world is heavily inspired by the history of Medieval England and its internal political conflicts.
In the 5th century, Anglo-Saxon England was divided into seven kingdoms, collectively known as the Heptarchy.
A place where the law of violence ruled over reason.
Time Period: The Anarchy
At the2022 San Diego Comic-Con panel, George R.R.
Martin revealed that forHouse of the Dragonhe drew inspiration from the period of English history known as the Anarchy.
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Even the names of the Starks and Lannisters are consonant with Yorks and Lancasters respectively.
The White Princess
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