In 878 AD, Alfred the Great of Wessex faced one of his most critical tests: halting the Viking conquest led by Guthrum the ...

King Alfred’s extensive military reforms are put to the test as three large Viking armies simultaneously invade the territories of Wales, Mercia and Wessex. Hastein replaces Guthrum as Alfred's ...

A blue plaque is dedicated to King Alfred the Great, known for defeating the Vikings at the Battle of Edington in 878.

Alfred the Great (849 AD - 899 AD) a; b; c ... They made peace and Guthrum, their king, was baptised with Alfred as his sponsor. In 886 AD, Alfred negotiated a treaty with the Danes. England was ...

King Alfred’s three older brothers had all briefly held the throne before Alfred was elevated to the kingship in 871. Behind the political conflicts of the day there was a religious contest.

King Alfred, dubbed Alfred the Great, was one of Britain’s outstanding monarchs. by Hold Ye Front Page; Published: 14:27, 28 Jan 2016; Updated: 14:32, 28 Nov 2016; ...

Alfred the Great (849 AD - 899 AD) a; b; c ... They made peace and Guthrum, their king, was baptised with Alfred as his sponsor. In 886 AD, Alfred negotiated a treaty with the Danes. England was ...

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King Alfred’s three older brothers had all briefly held the throne before Alfred was elevated to the kingship in 871. Behind the political conflicts of the day there was a religious contest.