Saeward of Essex
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Saeward was the joint king of the Kingdom of Essex from 616 to 617 along with his brother Sexred after the death of their father Saebert. Their father converted to Christianity in 604. After his death they repressed the Christian religion in favor of the old Saxon paganism, allowing the worship of idols. They banished Mellitus, Bishop of London, from the kingdom after he refused them the sacramental bread.
In 617 Sexred and Saeward were killed in a battle against the forces of Wessex. Saeward's son Sigeberht succeeded them as king of Essex.
| Preceded by Saebert |
King of Essex 616 to 617 Joint king with Sexred; killed in battle against the West Saxons |
Succeeded by Sigeberht I the Little |
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