Edward the Elder
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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"In the AD910s, around the time this coin was struck, you've got King Edward the Elder moving east and north to reconquer East Anglia, which the Vikings held since they did-in King Edmund."
From BBC • Aug. 7, 2022
"While they may have become Christian, they still have to be reconquered by Edward the Elder, son of Alfred the Great," said Mr Marsden.
From BBC • Aug. 7, 2022
It is the year 905 A.D.; the great Alfred has been dead four years, and his son Edward the Elder has been chosen King in his stead.
From Highways and Byways in Cambridge and Ely by Conybeare, Edward
On her death the Britons once more became the city's masters, but were driven out again by Edward the Elder.
From Cathedral Cities of England by Gilbert, George
He says that Frithestan was consecrated bishop in 905, by command of Edward the Elder, son of Alfred the Great.
From Needlework As Art by Alford, Marianne Margaret Compton Cust, Viscountess
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