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The Anglo-Saxon kings were typically chosen through a combination of hereditary succession and the approval of noblemen or the Witan, an assembly of the ruling elite. While the crown often passed within a ruling family, the Witan had the authority to endorse or reject a candidate, especially if there were disputes over legitimacy or leadership qualities. This process allowed for both continuity and the possibility of change in leadership based on the consensus of powerful nobles.

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