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Mercia (/ ˈmɜːrʃiə, - ʃə, - siə /, [1][2] Old English: Miercna rīċe, "kingdom of the border people"; Latin: Merciorum regnum) was one of the three main Anglic kingdoms founded after Sub-Roman Britain was settled by Anglo-Saxons in an era called the Heptarchy.
Mercia, (from Old English Merce, “People of the Marches [or Boundaries]”), one of the most powerful kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England. It held a position of dominance for much of the period from the mid-7th to the early 9th century despite struggles for power within the ruling dynasty.
The Kingdom of Mercia was a state in the English Midlands from the 6th century to the 10th century. For some two hundred years from the mid-7th century onwards it was the dominant member of the Heptarchy and consequently the most powerful of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms.
Nov 30, 2018 · The Kingdom of Mercia (c. 527-879 CE) was an Anglo- Saxon political entity located in the midlands of present-day Britain and bordered on the south by the Kingdom of Wessex, on the west by Wales, north by Northumbria, and on the east by East Anglia.
Mar 27, 2024 · The Kingdom of Mercia, one of the most influential Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, thrived between the 6th and 10th centuries. Its story is a vivid tapestry of conquests, diplomacy, cultural achievement, and eventual decline, reflecting the complex dynamics of early medieval England.
Sep 4, 2024 · Initially, Mercia was a relatively small kingdom centered around the region of Tamworth. However, driven by ambition and a desire for territorial expansion, Mercian kings embarked on a series of military campaigns. Mercia’s expansionist agenda led to conflicts with neighboring kingdoms, particularly East Anglia, Wessex, and Northumbria.
Mar 18, 2024 · Ninth-century England comprised four kingdoms: East Anglia, Mercia, Northumbria, and Wessex. Despite a history of war, violence, and rivalry, the 840s-850s saw relatively peaceful relations between these kingdoms. This was likely motivated by a collective belief that Viking raiders were the real enemy.
Feb 21, 2023 · Mercia was one of the most powerful kingdoms in England during the Dark Ages, a time of legendary warriors, cunning rulers, and epic battles. This mighty kingdom rose from the ashes of the Roman Empire and dominated the English Midlands for centuries, leaving behind a rich legacy of monuments, artifacts, and legends.
May 26, 2024 · In the fragmented world of early Anglo-Saxon England, the kingdom of Mercia emerged from humble beginnings to dominate the island for nearly two centuries. Rising from marcher lords along the Trent Valley to Bretwalda over-kings claiming imperial power, the Mercians left an indelible mark on English history.
