The British History Podcast

160 – An Offa Inheritance

Apr 21, 2015
King Offa of Mercia's death and the succession question. The advantages and unexpected death of King Eggfryth. Succession crisis and political strain in Mercia. Conewolf's rise to power and his approach to ruling.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Death of King Offa and the Succession Question
02:15 • 2min
3
The Advantages and Unexpected Death of King Eggfryth
04:18 • 3min
4
Succession Crisis and Political Strain
06:53 • 8min
5
The Succession Crisis in Mercia and Conewolf's Rise to Power
14:27 • 10min