Guithelin

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Guithelin
King of Britain
Predecessor Gurguit Barbtruc
Successor Marcia  (Regent);
Sisillius II
Spouse Marcia
Issue Sisillius I
Father Gurguit Barbtruc

Guithelin was a legendary king of the Britons as accounted by Geoffrey of Monmouth. He became king after the death of Gurguit Barbtruc [1] and reigned approximately 379 BC.

He ruled liberally and temperately for his life. His Queen consort was an artisan and noblewoman named Marcia; when he died, his wife took over the government as regent for their son, Sisillius II. [2]

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Legendary titles
Preceded by King of Britain Succeeded by
Marcia  (Regent);
Sisillius II