Lost Letters of the English Alphabet: A Journey Through Forgotten Characters

The video explores nine lost letters of the English alphabet, detailing their origins, uses, and reasons for their disappearance. It covers letters like Thorn, Wynn, Ash, Ethel, Yoch, Long S, Eng, and Tyronian Et, explaining their historical significance and how they were replaced by modern equivalents. The video also highlights the confusion and legacy left by some of these letters in modern language and signage.

How did the introduction of the printing press affect the use of Thorn?

What were the reasons for the decline of the letter W from Old English?

What was the role of the letter Ng in English, and why did it fall out of use?

Describe the Tyronian et and its function in Old English.