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n. - A Saxon kingdom in southwestern England that became the most powerful English kingdom by the 10th century.

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  • As a geographical term Wessex is capable of several interpretations and some misunderstandings.
  • This work led him to identify what he and others called the Wessex culture, noted for the rich grave goods of its burials.
  • If Alfred gives them London, Wessex is next and soon there will be little left to defend and England will be a Viking nation.
  • Here in Wessex the result was Cons first, for it’s that sort of place, UKIP second (result, thanks to PR) Labour fifth.
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