Eafred of North Bessex (?931- September 25, 975) was the King of North Bessex from 952 until his death. Historians note him as a "capable military leader" and it was through his skills that his only son, Alfred would go on to unite the Bessexian kingdoms and become the King of England.
Birth[]
Chroniclers note the year of Eafred's birth as 931. He was the son of King Ecbrit of North Bessex and his wife, Offa . He had a younger sister, Alda who went on to become the Abbess of Ashdown. Eafred succeded his father as King upon his death in winter of 952.
Marriage & Issue[]
Eafred would marryAudoc in 954. They had one son:
Death[]
Eafred died on September 25, 975. His son, Alfred commemorated Eafladin coins in his honor.