Anglo-Saxon England
Jutes and Franks: The Beginnings of Kent
Mar 15, 2023
Explore the rich history of Kent as a vital entry point to the British Isles, the fortification efforts of the Romans, the origin myth of Kent through Hengest and Horsa, the linguistic and cultural influence of the Jutes, the arrival of farmers and settlers in Kent, the integration of existing communities, the emergence of a kingdom that combined Romano-British and Dutch influences, the history of the Welsh people, the settlement patterns and cultural influence of the Jutes in Kent, and the possibility of Frankish overlordship.
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- Kent has historically been an entry point into the British Isles due to its proximity to mainland Europe, leading to the influx of wealth and new ideas.
- The cultural makeup and boundaries of Kent were fluid, with the Jutes settling in eastern Kent and the West Saxons settling in the west, while Kentish elites enjoyed wealth and access to imported goods.
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Kent's Strategic Significance and Roman Invasions
Kent, located in southeastern England, has historically been an entry point into the British Isles due to its proximity to mainland Europe. The Romans, led by Julius Caesar and Emperor Claudius, were the first invaders to land in Kent. They established the Kewie Task, known as Cantium, and developed the town of Durowernum Cantiocorum, which later became Canterbury. The Romans also built forts along the English Channel, collectively known as the Saxon Shore, to defend against seaborne raiders. Barbarian mercenaries, known as the Fodorati, were enlisted to man these forts and contributed to the cultural mix brought by the Romans to Britain.
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