UrEngland
UrEngland is a term used to describe the supposed early days of English culture and identity, predating the reign of King Egbert of Wessex (802-839 AD) and often cited as a time when a distinct "English" identity began to take shape. Proponents of the UrEngland theory argue that England's early history is characterized by a shared culture, language, and sense of community that existed among the various Anglo-Saxon tribes and kingdoms.
However, the concept of UrEngland remains a topic of debate among scholars and historians. Some argue that
Critics also argue that the UrEngland theory relies on incomplete and often contradictory historical sources, with
Despite these limitations, the concept of UrEngland continues to be used by some researchers and historians