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Aethelbert Biography

Historical biography and chronological timeline for Aethelbert, based on 3 World History Database records associated with England.

3 records860–8603 events2 places

Chronological biography

860

Invasion of England860
Warfare / Viking Invasions · King · Wessex

The throne the Danes renew their attacks on England

Rule of England860
House / House of Wessex · King · Wessex

Succeeds as King of Wessex after the death of his brother, Aehelbald,. Restores the Kingdom created by Egbert, Wessex & the south east re-unite

Siege of Winchester860
Warfare / Viking Invasions · King · Winchester

Winchester is burned to the ground by the Danes

Titles and roles

King

Record provenance

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