The Anglo-Saxon Kings were rulers in England from the 5th to the 11th centuries, following the arrival of the Anglo-Saxons, a group of tribes from present-day Germany and Denmark. These kings governed various kingdoms, including Wessex, Mercia, and Northumbria, and played a crucial role in shaping early English society, law, and culture. Notable kings include Alfred the Great, who defended against Viking invasions and promoted education, and Edward the Confessor, known for his piety and the construction of Westminster Abbey. The reign of the Anglo-Saxon kings ended with the Norman Conquest in 1066.