Edgar Rowed down Dee
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Edgar Rowed down Dee
King Edgar is rowed down the river Dee by 3 kings & 5 princes demonstrating his supremacy in England
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Demonstrating Edgar Kings Princes Rowed Supremacy
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1. Title: "Edgar the Peaceful: A Grand Procession on the River Dee, 973 AD" This evocative image captures the historical moment when King Edgar of England, flanked by three noble kings and five princes, was rowed down the River Dee in a grand procession, demonstrating his supremacy and authority over the realm. The year was 973 AD, and Edgar, who had recently been crowned King of England at Bath Abbey, was making his way to Chester to assert his rule over the northern territories. The three kings, likely representatives from the regions of Mercia, Northumbria, and Strathclyde, pay homage to Edgar as they row in unison, their faces set in solemn determination. The five princes, dressed in rich robes and adorned with jewels, follow closely behind, their gazes fixed on their monarch. The serene expression on Edgar's face and the calm waters of the River Dee create a sense of tranquility, belied only by the determined resolve etched on the faces of those around him. This event, recorded in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, marked a significant moment in English history. King Edgar's peaceful and effective rule brought stability to the kingdom, which had been plagued by internal strife and Viking invasions. His reign, which lasted from 959 to 975 AD, is remembered as a golden age of peace and prosperity. The intricate details of the clothing, the ornate decorations on the boats, and the natural beauty of the river scene all combine to make this image a captivating glimpse into the past. It offers a window into the rich history of England during the late Anglo-Saxon period, a time of change and transformation that laid the foundation for the emergence of a unified English kingdom.
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