The Anglo-Saxon period, spanning from the 5th to the 11th centuries, is often remembered for its warrior-kings, monastic scribes, and epic poetry like Beowulf. Yet hidden beneath this well-trodden historical ground lies a world of myth and wonder—of ancient giants who once roamed the English l

Throughout the 7th and 8th centuries, the conversion process continued, with many Anglo-Saxon kings playing an instrumental role in the spread of Christianity. Kings such as Penda of Mercia and Cenwalh of Wessex initially resisted conversion, but eventually, many embraced Christianity, often after m

The conversion of the Anglo-Saxons was not a purely peaceful affair. It was a time of military conflict, and the spread of Christianity was often closely tied to the expansion of royal power. In many cases, kings who adopted Christianity did so not merely out of spiritual conviction but also because

The conversion of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms to Christianity is one of the most transformative events in early medieval English history. Spanning several centuries, this process was neither quick nor peaceful, as it was interwoven with political power struggles, military conquest, and the eventual mer