Siege of Southampton
The Vikings sack the Wessex capital of Winchester after moving from Southampton Water
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863 in England
Explore 4 historical events and records for England in 863.
Historical records for England in 863
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Siege of Winchester
The Vikings sack the Wessex capital of Winchester after moving from Southampton Water
Succession
Succeeds as King of Northumbria
Succession
Aelle joins Osbert as co-ruler of Northumbria
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