Wulfhere or Wulfar († 675) was an early King of Mercia. Although his father was pagan Wulfhere was a Christian. His older brother Peada ruled Mercia south of the River Thames under Oswiu of Northumbria. When Peada was murdered Oswiu held Mercia until the ealdormen of Mercia rebelled and placed Wulfhere on the throne. Wulfhere ruled Mercia from 658 until his death. He was the first Mercian bretwalda (overlord) of England.
Wulfhere of Mercia
Questions and Answers
Q: Who was Wulfhere of Mercia?
A: Wulfhere of Mercia was an early King of Mercia who ruled from 658 until his death.
Q: Was Wulfhere a Christian or a pagan like his father?
A: Although his father was pagan, Wulfhere was a Christian.
Q: Who ruled Mercia south of the River Thames before Wulfhere?
A: Wulfhere's older brother Peada ruled Mercia south of the River Thames under Oswiu of Northumbria.
Q: What happened to Peada?
A: Peada was murdered.
Q: Who held Mercia after Peada's death?
A: After Peada's murder, Oswiu held Mercia until the ealdormen of Mercia rebelled and placed Wulfhere on the throne.
Q: What was the significance of Wulfhere's rule?
A: Wulfhere was the first Mercian bretwalda (overlord) of England.
Q: When did Wulfhere die?
A: Wulfhere died in 675.