Anglo-Saxon

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Norwich Castle acquires largest Anglo-Saxon gold coin hoard • May 20, 2025, 8:29 AM ET (BBC)

Church near Chipping Ongar is 'world's oldest wooden church' • May 18, 2025, 5:32 AM ET (BBC)

Saxon cross discovered in Leeds field to be displayed in museum • May 11, 2025, 4:00 AM ET (BBC)

Local views wanted to help preserve Wolverhampton nature reserve • May 8, 2025, 8:04 PM ET (BBC)

Sutton Hoo exhibit explores team behind Anglo-Saxon ship dig • May 8, 2025, 11:38 AM ET (BBC)

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Hereward the Wake

Hereward the Wake

Anglo-Saxon rebel

H. Munro Chadwick

British historian