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771 in England

Explore 2 historical events and records for England in 771.

Historical records for England in 771

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Offa Expands Southern Influence

Offa · Sussex · Warfare / Military

Offa's growing supremacy in southern England placed Sussex within Mercia's political orbit, although a specific invasion in 771 is not securely recorded.

Succession

Egbert II · Kent · House / House of Kent

Becomes the sole King of Kent after the death of Heaberht

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