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110 – Mercia: A New Contender Enters the Ring

The British History Podcast

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The Foundational Myth and Early Rulers of Mercia

This chapter explores the myth and uncertainty surrounding the founding of the kingdom of Mercia, with a focus on the legendary figure Ickle and his divine descent from Woden. It also mentions other rulers like Churl and King Aoa who continued the lineage of Ickle.

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