King Alfred of England

by Jacob Abbott

Biography & Autobiography Middle Ages/Middle History

14 chapters5h 1mEnglish0

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The life and accomplishments of England's sole title holder of "The Great." King Alfred defended England from Viking invasions and ushered in an era of learning and progress for the British Isles. Summary by Ryan Cherrick.

Chapters (13)

1I. The Britons

1416

2II. The Anglo-Saxons

1620

3III. The Danes

1256

4IV. Alfred's Early Years

1340

5V. The State of England

1386

6VI. Alfred's Accession to the Throne

1283

7VII. Reverses

1488

8VIII. The Seclusion

1049

9IX. Reassembling of the Army

1279

10X. The Victory over the Danes

1317

11XI. The Reign

1379

12XII. The Close of Life

1143

13XIII. The Sequel

2039

King Alfred of England

About this book

Chapters (13)

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