Coronation
Crowned Holy Roman Emperor by Pope John VIII
Historical events in 875
19 historical records
Great Army
The Great Army divides, with Anund among the leaders operating with the southern force near Cambridge.
Invasion of Wessex
Anund joins the southern Viking force that prepares renewed operations against Wessex.
Great Army
Guthrum becomes one of the principal leaders of the southern section of the Great Army.
Invasion of Wessex
Guthrum leads Viking operations against Wessex after the Great Army divides.
Campaign in Northumbria
Halfdan moved north to consolidate Scandinavian authority in Northumbria.
Great Army
Oscytel is associated with the southern Viking army operating alongside Guthrum and Anund.
Invasion of Wessex
Oscytel joins the southern Viking force threatening Wessex during the renewed campaign.
Winter at Cambridge
Guthrum led the southern division of the army to winter at Cambridge.
Canonization
Created St Edmund
Naval Battle
Alfred fights Viking ships at sea and captures one vessel, showing his growing interest in naval defence.
Peace Negotiation
Alfred negotiates with a Viking army at Wareham while trying to prevent further raids into Wessex.
Alliance Charles II the Bald and John VIII
John VIII calls for assistance against the Muslims
Holy Roman Emperor
Succeeds as Holy Roman Emperor. John VIII bestows the title of Emperor on Charles the Bald
Invasion of Italy
Invades Italy
Rule of Italy
Becomes King of Italy, 875-877
Succession
Succeeds as Holy Roman Emperor. John VIII bestows the title of Emperor on Charles the Bald
Alliance Charles II the Bald and John VIII
John VIII calls for assistance against the Muslims
Succession
Succeeds as Amir of Morocco