Leofric, Earl of Mercia

Leofric (died 31 August or 30 September 1057) of Mercia founded monasteries at Coventry and Much Wenlock and was a very powerful earl under King Cnut and his successors. Leofric was the husband of Godgifu (upon whom the Lady Godiva legend is based).

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