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battle of Burford

 
British History: battle of Burford

Burford, battle of, c.752. Æthelbald of Mercia was defeated by Cuthred of Wessex, enabling Wessex to extend its territories north of the Thames. Wessex's gains were wiped out by Offa's victory at Benson c.777.

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