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fromWorld History Encyclopedia
5 days ago

Did Uhtred of Bebbanburg Really Exist in Anglo-Saxon England?

The Last Kingdom dramatizes 9th–10th century Anglo-Saxon and Viking conflicts through Uhtred of Bebbanburg, blending historical events with fictionalized elements.
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fromianVisits
5 days ago

Hoard of coins buried on eve of the Battle of Hastings revealed in record-breaking treasure report

A 1066 hoard of 179 Harold II silver pennies was likely buried during the build-up to Hastings, illustrating late Anglo-Saxon turmoil and record PAS discoveries.
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fromMedievalists.net
4 months ago

New Biography Revives the Reputation of thelstan, the First King of England - Medievalists.net

Æthelstan united England by 927 and deserves greater recognition as the first king of England.
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