Goss Patrick and the Northumbrian Dynasty

A 12th century record out of Durham adds that Goss Patrick's father wasn't just any Maldred, he was Maldred the son of Thane Krennan. In Scotland, mothers are as important as fathers, often more important, and we're not told who his mum was. But quibbles about connections to Bighead and monarchs aside, Goss Patrick packed a dynastic punch,. And this put William in a tough position, because William wanted good, honest normans in positions of power.