Sigered of Essex
Sigered of Essex was the last king of Essex from 798 to 825. The son of Sigeric of Essex, Sigered became king when his father abdicated the throne.
In 812 Sigered was reduced from king to dux by his Mercian overlords. In 825 he finally ceded the kingdom of Essex to Egbert of Wessex.
Preceded by: Beorhtric |
Egbert King of Wessex 802 – 839 |
Succeeded by: Egbert of Wessex |
Preceded by: Sigeric of Essex |
King of Essex c.798 – 825 |