Penda of Mercia

Historical eventNovember 15655

Penda of Mercia

Penda of Mercia and Æthelhere of East Anglia were defeated by Oswiu of Northumbria at the Battle of the Winwaed in Yorkshire, England.

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When
Sunday, November 15 6551371 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
7th century · 650s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Penda of Mercia and Æthelhere of East Anglia were defeated by Oswiu of Northumbria at the Battle of the Winwaed in Yorkshire, England.

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When did Penda of Mercia happen?

November 15 655 — 1371 years ago, on a Sunday.

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