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King Ethelred is commonly known as "Ethelred the Unready." This nickname reflects his perceived ineffectiveness and indecisiveness as a ruler, with "Unready" deriving from the Old English word "unraed," meaning "badly advised" or "ill-prepared." His reign, marked by struggles against Viking invasions, contributed to this unfavorable reputation.

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