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879 in England

Explore 3 historical events and records for England in 879.

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Historical records for England in 879

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879

East Anglia Settlement

Alfred the Great · East Anglia · Government / Government of Wessex

Guthrum's army settles in East Anglia, allowing Alfred time to strengthen Wessex against future invasions.

879

Peace

Alfred the Great · Wedmore · House / House of Wessex

Alfred maintains peace with Guthrum after the Danish army leaves Wessex and moves toward East Anglia.

879

Succession

Aethelred II · Mercia · House / House of Mercia

Succeeds as King of Mercia

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