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Does Aethelflaed Have a Baby?

Published in Anglo-Saxon History 1 min read

Yes, Aethelflaed, also known as the Lady of the Mercians, had one known child.

Ælfwynn: Aethelflaed's Only Known Child

Aethelflaed had a daughter named Ælfwynn with her husband, Æthelred. Æthelred, who was the Lord of the Mercians, was significantly older than Aethelflaed. Ælfwynn was their only known child and briefly succeeded her mother as the ruler of Mercia after Aethelflaed's death.

Here's a quick overview of their family:

Parent (Mother) Parent (Father) Child
Aethelflaed Æthelred Ælfwynn