Godwin was dead, and now Harold Godwinson found himself leading the family. Befitting this new role, he was due to inherit the wealthy and politically potent Earldom of Wessex. His father\u2019s Earldom. And according to the Vita Edwardi, the Kingdom rejoiced at Harold\u2019s impending promotion.
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