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Radio Merseyside,6 mins

Did you know: 'Wirral was the birthplace of England as we know it!'

Paul Salt

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The Battle of Brunanbugh was fought in 937 by Æthelstan, King of England against an alliance of Viking and Celtic armies. It is said by historians to be the most important battle on British soil prior to 1066 because it preserved the unity of England and led to the birth of the country as we know it today. Now, that's the easy bit - the more difficult question is, where did it take place? Well, as you may recall from when we covered this story a while ago, Wirral Archaeology Community Interest Company believe that this important battle may have taken place right under our noses. The story has developed further and to explain where we are up to I'm joined by Professor Steve Harding, a Director of Wirral Archaeology CIC.

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