Æthelflæd, Lady of the Mercians was a significant figure in English history. Not only did she repel Viking invaders through the clever use of BOILING BEER and BEES, she also worked alongside her brother Edward to see through their father's goal of a united England. Also: BEES.References:Founder, Fighter, Saxon Queen: Aethelflaed, Lady of the Mercians by Margaret C. JonesÆthelflæd: Lady of the Mercians by Tim ClarksonÆthelflæd: England's Forgotten Founder (A Ladybird Expert Book) by Tom HollandOther stuff:Patreon: patreon.com/annfosterwriterMerch: teespring.com/stores/vulgarhistory

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