Battle of Bensington 779
Approximate location: the point for Benson, the place Wikidata gives as the battle’s location.
About the battle
The Battle of Bensington was a major battle fought between Mercia, led by King Offa, and the West Saxons led by Cynewulf of Wessex. It ended with a victory for the Mercians.
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See also this battle on Battlefields of Britain.
Quick answers
- When was the Battle of Bensington?
- In 779.
- Where was the Battle of Bensington fought?
- In what is now England (Europe), at about 51.62, -1.11.
- Who fought?
- Kingdom of Mercia, Kingdom of Wessex.
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