This is the ninth installment in Eric Ludy's spring Daily Thunder series, entitled Becoming Brave, which explores the mechanical construct of spiritual and moral bravery. Using King Alfred’s victory at Edington (878 AD) as his muse, Eric unpacks a profound picture of bravery that is fueled by the power of mercy.

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