The invasion of the Saxons under Hengist and Horsa. They were brothers and legendary leaders of the first Anglo-Saxon settlers in Britain who landed at Ebbsfleet, Kent, and that Horsa was killed at Aegelsthrep (possibly Aylesford, Kent) in 455BC. Hengist began to reign in 455 until his death in 488BNC during which time he fought against the Britons. The historic kings of Kent traced their direct descent from Hengist.

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Location: Ebbsfleet Valley, UK
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