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1008 in England

Explore 2 historical events and records for England in 1008.

Historical records for England in 1008

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Reform of Church Governance

Ethelred II the Unready · Wessex · Government / Government of England

Laws to protect the Christians are drafted by Archbishop Wulfstan of York

Sanctification

Edward the Martyr · House / House of Wessex

St. Edward is officially glorified by the All-English Council of 1008, presided over by St. Alphege, archbishop of Canterbury

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