Aethelbald Begins Long Reign
Aethelbald became king after Ceolred, beginning four decades of Mercian influence over much of southern England.
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716 in England
Explore 10 historical events and records for England in 716.
Historical records for England in 716
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Burial
Buried at Lichfield
Church Council Meets In Kent
The Synod of Baccanceld, associated with Wihtred's reign, addressed privileges and governance of Kentish religious communities.
Death of Cenred
King Osred is killed during a rebellion led by Cenred
Death of Ceolred
Goes mad at a banquet & dies
Death of Osred
King Osred is killed during a rebellion led by Cenred
Succession
Succeeds as King of Northumbria
Succession
Succeeds as King of Mercia
Succession
Succeeds as King of Northumbria
Succession
Helps Cenred sieze the throne of Northumbria against Osred
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