The History of Leith

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May 6, 2013

Hengist and Horsa

Hengist (or Hengest) and Horsa (or Hors) are figures of Anglo-Saxon legend, which records the two as the Germanic brothers who led the Angle, Saxon, and Jutish armies that conquered the first territories of Britain in the 5th century. Hengist, through his son (who varies by source), is traditionally listed as the founder of the Kingdom of Kent. for more click here

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