Enniaunus

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Enniaunus ( Welsh:Einion mab Arthal) was a legendary king of the Britons as recounted by Geoffrey of Monmouth. He came to power in 293BC. [1]

He was the son of King Archgallo and brother of Marganus II. According to Geoffrey, he ruled poorly and harshly causing him to be deposed due to tyranny. [2] He was replaced with his cousin, Idvallo. [1]

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