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Æthelflæd

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Æthelflæd, daughter of King Alfred and Lady of Mercia, defies the expectations of her time to become one of the most influential rulers in Saxon England. Rising from an abused wife to a military leader and sovereign, she fights to protect her people from Danish invaders while navigating the complex politics of uniting the kingdoms.

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