Occupation of East Anglia
Guthrum's Vikings settle in East Anglia and establish a Danish-ruled kingdom.
Historical events in 880
12 historical records
Rule of East Anglia
Guthrum rules East Anglia after leaving Wessex and settling with his followers.
Rule of East Anglia
Guthrum rules East Anglia under the Christian name Athelstan after his baptism.
Withdrawal from Wessex
Guthrum leaves Wessex and concentrates his power in East Anglia.
Burh System
Alfred develops a network of fortified towns to provide refuge, administration and rapid military response against Viking attack.
Domestic Reform
Alfred reorganises local defence by linking military service, landholding and fortified burhs across Wessex.
Reform of Royal Succession
Alfred reforms military service so part of the army remains active while others work their lands.
Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum
Alfred and Guthrum agree terms that recognise their territories and regulate relations between English and Danes.
Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum
The Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum defines boundaries and rules for peace, trade and compensation.
Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum
The treaty sets out rules on legal compensation, trade and dealings between Alfred's people and Guthrum's people.
Reform of Military
Burhs are established across southern England as fortified assembly points for the fyrd.
Settlement of East Anglia
The Danish army settles in East Anglia, reducing the immediate threat to Wessex.