Bede's Ecclesiastical History: On the Mevanian Islands and Early Anglo-Saxon Sovereignty

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Bede's Ecclesiastical History: On the Mevanian Islands and Early Anglo-Saxon Sovereignty
Description
Transcription of passages from Bede's Ecclesiastical History (written c. 731) describing early Anglo-Saxon kings and their dominion over Britain, including the Mevanian Islands (Anglesey and Isle of Man). The text notes that King Edwin of Northumbria subjected these islands to English rule and provides population estimates. Provides historical context for medieval Manx sovereignty and early English claims to the island.
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Great Britain
Isle of Man
Ireland
Scotland
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Published Reference Work
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English, Latin