Attack on Kent
East Anglian Vikings attack Kent and provoke renewed fighting with Alfred's kingdom.
Historical events in 884
15 historical records
Breaking of Peace
A Viking force from East Anglia breaks peace and renews pressure on Alfred's realm.
Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum
Guthrum and Alfred agree terms regulating peace, compensation and relations between English and Danes.
Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum
The Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum outlines boundaries and legal rules between Alfred's people and Guthrum's people.
Treaty of Alfred and Guthrum
The treaty defines boundaries later associated with the Danelaw and allows Danish self-rule in Guthrum's territory.
Royal Administration
Alfred develops a more organised royal administration to support defence, justice and local government.
Holy Roman Empire
Restores the unity of the Empire
Oath
Charles III the Fat receives an oath of loyalty from the nobles
Rule of France
On the death of the West Frankish King Carloman gains lands in France
Unification
Restores the unity of the Empire
Battle of Saucourt
Defeats the Normans
Siege of Paris
The Vikings reach Paris
Pope
Appointed Pope
Succession
Succeeds as Emperor of Japan
Abdication
Forced to abdicate at the age of 17, insane & criminal