879East Anglia SettlementAlfred the Great
Guthrum's army settles in East Anglia, allowing Alfred time to strengthen Wessex against future invasions.
Historical records for England in 879, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Guthrum's army settles in East Anglia, allowing Alfred time to strengthen Wessex against future invasions.
Alfred maintains peace with Guthrum after the Danish army leaves Wessex and moves toward East Anglia.
Succeeds as King of Mercia
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