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Mercia
Mercia was an Anglo-Saxon kingdom in the English Midlands that dominated southern England in the 8th century under Æthelbald and Offa, who built Offa's Dyke. Viking invasions weakened it. Wessex absorbed it in the early 10th century.
Key facts
| Dates | c. 527 CE – 918 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Tamworth |
| Founder | Icel |
| Religion(s) | Anglo-Saxon paganism, Christianity |
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Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.