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Anglo-Saxon England
St Edmund and the Fall of East Anglia
Dec 15, 2023
Discover the fall of East Anglia and the rise of a new king who brought four decades of peace and prosperity. Learn about Athlstan, his Mercian influences, and the tragic death of Edmund at the hands of Vikings. Explore the emergence of the Great Heathen Army and their conquest of England. Uncover the events surrounding the fall of East Anglia and the resistance by its ruler, Edmund. Reflect on the legacy of East Anglia and its enigmatic figures.
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- Athlstan's reign reflected a connection to Mercian influence, indicating the precarious position East Anglia faced amidst rising pressure from Wessex and Mercia.
- Edmund's resistance against the Great Heathen Army marked the end of East Anglia's independence, while his martyrdom contributed to his revered status and the creation of commemorative coins.
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Athlstan and the Independent Rule of East Anglia
Athlstan, a seemingly independent East Anglian king, led the kingdom during a precarious time with rising pressure from Wessex and Mercia. He minted coins that reflected a marked change in style and likely indicated a connection to Mercian influence. Despite the tensions between Mercia and Wessex, East Anglia remained largely independent and prosperous under Athlstan's reign.
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