BIOGRAPHY: Note -: Eadwulf was a favorite of King Alfred "The Great". He is perhaps descended from the kings of Northumbria. Born: before 898 in Northumbria, England, Eadwulf is presumed to have been at least 20 years of age when he died. Married before 918: Died: circa 918 in Northumbria, England, Eadwulf was killed by his wife, who was then carried off by Edred.