BattlefieldsEdwin Conquers Isle of Man and Anglesey c.620
Early Medieval

Edwin Conquers Isle of Man and Anglesey c.620

620
Anglesey, Wales
Era
Early Medieval
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
Anglesey, Wales
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Welsh and island defenders
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Northumbrian fleet and army under Edwin
Outcome
Edwin extends Northumbrian power to the western isles; Welsh humiliated
The Battle

History & Significance

Bede records Edwin as the most powerful king in England, extending his authority over the Isle of Man and Anglesey. The naval campaign and occupation of Anglesey demonstrated the extraordinary reach of Northumbrian power in the early seventh century. These operations against the Welsh coast were later avenged by Cadwallon.

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