Attack on Oxford
Danish attacks follow the massacre of Danes ordered by Ethelred, worsening the war in southern England.
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1003 in Denmark
Explore 4 historical events and records for Denmark in 1003.
Historical records for Denmark in 1003
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Invasion of England
Sweyn Forkbeard returns to England after the St Brice's Day massacre and renews Danish attacks.
Raid on England
Sweyn's army ravages parts of southern England during the renewed campaign.
Siege of Exeter
Exeter is attacked and destroyed during Sweyn Forkbeard's campaign.
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