Who was King Edred?
Q: Who was King Edred?
A: King Edred was a son of King Edward the Elder and Edgiva of Kent. He was king of England from 946 until his death in 955.
Q: How successful was he against the Vikings?
A: Like both his older brothers, King Edred was very successful against the Vikings.
Q: What is known about his health?
A: It is known that King Edred had very poor health and could barely eat his food.
Q: When did he die?
A: King Edred died on November 23 955.
Q: Where was he buried?
A: He was buried in the Old Minster at Winchester.
Q: Who became king after him?
A: His nephew, King Edwy, became king after him.
