Campaign in Northumbria
Halfdan moved north to consolidate Scandinavian authority in Northumbria.
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875 in Denmark
Explore 8 historical events and records for Denmark in 875.
Historical records for Denmark in 875
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Great Army
The Great Army divides, with Anund among the leaders operating with the southern force near Cambridge.
Great Army
Guthrum becomes one of the principal leaders of the southern section of the Great Army.
Great Army
Oscytel is associated with the southern Viking army operating alongside Guthrum and Anund.
Invasion of Wessex
Anund joins the southern Viking force that prepares renewed operations against Wessex.
Invasion of Wessex
Guthrum leads Viking operations against Wessex after the Great Army divides.
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.
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