Succession
Succeeds as King of Mercia
Role range: 0827-0829
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Wiglaf Biography and Timeline
Follow Wiglaf through 5 dated historical records for England.
Wiglaf, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
5Distinct records
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827–830Years on this page
827
Wiglaf Takes Mercian Throne
Wiglaf became king after Ludeca's death, facing pressure from Egbert of Wessex.
829
Invasion of Mercia
Mercia is invaded by Wessex & Wiglaf is deposed by Egbert
Role range: 0827-0829
830
Restoration
Restored to the throne of Mercia
Role range: 0830-0839
Wiglaf Restores Independent Rule
Wiglaf regained Mercia after a period of West Saxon occupation and resumed issuing charters as king.
Records, sources and methodology
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