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Michael Wood reflects on the remarkable life of the ‘Lady of the Mercians’, \u00c6thelfl\u00e6d \u2013 an incredible figure from Anglo-Saxon England <\/p>

By Spencer Mizen\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 28 November 2023 at 07:14 AM<\/p>

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Alfred the Great\u2019s daughter, \u00c6thelfl\u00e6d was one of Anglo-Saxon England\u2019s most intriguing figures. Known as the \u2018Lady of the Mercians\u2019, she helped direct the fight against the Viking invaders and protect her homeland. Spencer Mizen spoke to Michael Wood to find out more about her life and times.<\/p>\n\n

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