[40] It is doubtful whether Bede died in 734 or 735.
Chap. XV.—Of the reign of Eadbert and of his deeds.
A. 738. After four years, Eadbert succeeded to the kingdom of the Northumbrians, and his brother Egbert discharged the archiepiscopal office; and now they both lie buried in the city of York, under the shade of the same porch.
Chap. XVI.—Of the rule of king Cuthred.
A. 750. After twelve years king Cuthred began to make war against duke Ethelhun, for some state-jealousy.
A. 752. Again after two years he drew his sword against king Ethelbald at a place called Beorgforda.[41]
A. 753. After another year he gratified the fierce propensities of his nature by making war against the Britons: and after another year he died, a.d. 754.