Historical Events in 655 AD Nov 15 Battle of the Winwaed: Penda of Mercia is defeated by Oswiu of Bernicia. Famous People Who Died in 655 AD Sep 16 Martinus I, bannished Pope (649-53), dies Nov 15 Penda, King of Mercia, Anglo Saxon King Share On Facebook Share On Twitter 654 AD History by Year 656 AD