Edling

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Edling (

Anglo-Saxon England
before the Norman Conquest to denote one of "royal blood".

The Welsh use had a more precise meaning and denoted the acknowledged heir to the throne, usually the ruler's eldest son, even though any son, legitimate or illegitimate, could be chosen as edling.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ Medieval Wales. welshicons.org.uk


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