Wilfrid 2 went to Eanflęd 1 because she knew him and because it was through her counsel and at her request that he had been admitted to Lindisfarne. He told her of his desire to visit Rome.
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Agent:
Wilfrid 2
(Bishop of York and Saint, d.709)
Recipient:
Eanflęd 1
(Queen of Oswiu 1; daughter of Edwin 2, 626-post685) : She was delighted with the excellent plan and sent Wilfrid 2 to Eorcenberht 1, king of Kent, who was her cousin, asking him to send Wilfrid 2 honoraubly to Rome.