Historical Events tagged with "alfthryth"
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Politics & Government
First Coronation Ceremony for an English Monarch
May 11th, 973 1051 years ago
Edgar the Peaceful is crowned King of England alongside his wife Ælfthryth, marking the first recorded coronation for an English queen. This ceremony symbolizes unification and stability within the realm during a time of relative peace. The event takes place in the presence of various nobles and clergy, illustrating the significance of ritual in legitimizing authority and tradition in English monarchy.
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