Succession
Succeeds as King of Kent
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640 in England
Explore 6 historical events and records for England in 640.
Historical records for England in 640
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Birth of Aldfrith
Birth of Aldfrith, illegitimate son of Oswy & the Irish princess Fina
Eorcenberht Succeeds Eadbald
Eorcenberht became king of Kent and was later remembered for measures against pagan worship within the kingdom.
Invasion of East Anglia
East Anglia is invaded by Penda of Mercia
Marriage
Marries Seaxburh, daughter of Anna, King of the Angles
Succession
Succeeds as King of Kent
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