About Æthelbert II
Lived 725 – 762 (aged 36–37). Æthelbert II was a monarch.
Æthelbert II (; c. 725–762) was king of Kent. Upon the death of his father Wihtred, the kingdom was ruled by Æthelbert II and his brothers Eadberht I and Alric. Æthelbert seems to have outlived both of his brothers and later reigned jointly with his nephew Eardwulf. He died in 762, according to the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle (recorded under 760 due to chronological dislocation). He seems to have left a son, Eadberht II.
He issued a charter before his accession, dated 11 July 724, that was witnessed by his father. As king he issued further charters, confirmed a charter of his brother Eadberht I, and witnessed a charter of his nephew Eardwulf.
During the latter half of Æthelberht II's rule, Kent was under the overlordship of Mercia, but Æthelberht II maintained his position as king.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Æthelbert II?
King of Kent
When was Æthelbert II born?
Æthelbert II was born in 725.
When did Æthelbert II die?
Æthelbert II died in 762.
What was Æthelbert II's occupation?
Æthelbert II was a monarch.
What nationality was Æthelbert II?
Æthelbert II's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Kent.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Æthelbert II of Kent
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