Death of Edward the Elder
Edward the Elder died, opening a disputed succession between Athelstan and his half-brother Aelfweard.
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924 in England
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Historical records for England in 924
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July
Death of Edward the Elder
Edward the Elder dies and is succeeded by Athelstan as King of Wessex
Burial
Buried in Winchester
Mercian Recognition
Mercian leaders recognised Athelstan as king soon after Edward the Elder died.
West Saxon Succession Dispute
West Saxon support initially favoured Aelfweard, delaying Athelstan’s acceptance across the entire kingdom.
August
Death of Aelfweard
Aelfweard died shortly after Edward, removing Athelstan’s principal rival for the West Saxon throne.
September
Coronation
Crowned at Kingston-on-Thames by Archbishop Wulfstan
Other events (month unknown)
Succession
Succeeds as King of Wessext
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