Aethelflaed part 7: Military Strategy and Leadership

Ethel Fled, a prominent figure in early medieval history, likely had some military training, though she did not fight on the battlefield. Her strategic acumen was evident in 917 when she captured Derby, a significant victory against the Danes. This success led to the peaceful submission of Leicester and increased her influence, culminating in York's offer of loyalty. Ethel Fled's approach combined military strategy with diplomacy, contributing to the unification of Anglo-Saxon England.

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