Leofwine, Ealdorman of the Hwicce

Deceased Person

0950 – 1028

40

Who was Leofwine, Ealdorman of the Hwicce?

Leofwine' was an ealdorman of the Hwicce in Mercia. He is mentioned as Wicciarum Prouinciarum dux Ealdorman of Hwicce in 997.

Leofwine is known to have had at least four children, they are listed below.

Northman, killed in 1017.

Eadwine, killed in battle in 1039.

Godwine, died some time before 1056.

Leofric, Earl of Mercia.

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Born
0950
Children
Died
1028
Chester

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on July 23, 2013

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