Æthelred II, King (Kingdom of Mercia (Wessex)) : All Data
Æthelred II was a King who ruled over the Kingdom of Mercia during the year 904. Although his reign was short-lived, he faced significant challenges during his time in power. One of the most important wars that occurred during his tenure was the Viking invasion of East Anglia in 902, which resulted in the capture and subsequent execution of King Edmund. Another significant event was the Battle of Tettenhall in 910, where the combined forces of Mercia and Wessex successfully repelled a Viking invasion led by the Norse king, Ragnald. These conflicts highlight the turbulent and volatile nature of Æthelred II's reign, as he grappled with external threats to his kingdom's sovereignty.
