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Queen Ethelfled watching the storming of Brecon, illustration from Hutchinson
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Queen Ethelfled watching the storming of Brecon, illustration from Hutchinson
STC363610 Queen Ethelfled watching the storming of Brecon, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ethelfled (870s-918), ruler of Mercia 911-18; Defeated the attempt of the Welsh prince Owen to invade Mercia and pursued him to Brecon, which was stormed and burned; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23254052
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Aftermath Anglo Saxon Anglo Saxons Early Britain Revenge South Wales Welsh
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Queen Ethelfled - A Fierce Ruler Amidst the Storm
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. In this lithograph, we are transported back to a defining moment in history as Queen Ethelfled watches intently over the storming of Brecon. Illustrated by Richard Caton Woodville II and featured in Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation, c. 1920, this print captures the essence of an extraordinary woman who ruled with determination and courage. Queen Ethelfled, ruler of Mercia from 911-918, stands tall amidst billowing smoke and burning embers. With her piercing gaze fixed on the tumultuous scene before her, she witnesses the aftermath of a fierce battle between her Mercian army and Welsh prince Owen's forces. Determined not to let him invade her lands unchecked, she pursued him relentlessly until reaching Brecon. The image portrays both triumph and revenge as soldiers gather around their victorious queen. The flames engulfing Brecon symbolize not only destruction but also Ethelfled's unwavering resolve to protect her people at any cost. This engraving transports us back to early Britain when Anglo-Saxon kingdoms clashed with Welsh territories for supremacy. It serves as a testament to Queen Ethelfleda's strength as an Anglo-Saxon leader against Welsh adversaries. As we delve into this historical masterpiece from Bridgeman Images' Private Collection, we are reminded that behind every great nation lies remarkable individuals like Queen Ethelfled – leaders who shaped history through their bravery and strategic prowess.
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