940Attack on NorthamptonOlaf Guthfrithson
Olaf Guthfrithson advances into Mercia but is repulsed at Northampton during his campaign against Edmund.
Historical records for Denmark in 940, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Olaf Guthfrithson advances into Mercia but is repulsed at Northampton during his campaign against Edmund.
Olaf Guthfrithson attacks Tamworth during the struggle for control of the Midlands.
Olaf Guthfrithson takes Leicester during his campaign in the English Midlands.
Olaf Guthfrithson storms Tamworth during the Mercian campaign, causing heavy losses on both sides.
Olaf Guthfrithson reaches a settlement with Edmund near Leicester after gaining control in the Danelaw.
Olaf Guthfrithson expands Norse influence in the Midlands after Athelstan's death.
Olaf Guthfrithson strengthens a Norse kingdom centred on York and the Humber region.
Olaf Guthfrithson is forced back at Northampton during his campaign against Edmund.
Succeeds as King of Denmark
Olaf Guthfrithson reaches a mediated settlement with Edmund at Leicester after the Mercian campaign.
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