259 – The Last Stand of the House of AEthelred

Athelwold son of AEthelred takes audacious actions by taking possession of two towns and fortifying himself inside the royal estate. He escapes with his companions, leaving Edward realizing he missed his chance to end the rebellion. A brutal battle unfolds, resulting in the deaths of key warriors. The high cost of victory is discussed, including the raiding of Mercia and Northern Wessex. Edward also faces personal losses and constructs a new minster in Winchester.