Education Reform
Alfred promotes learning among freeborn young men so that royal officials and clergy can read English texts.
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890 in England
Explore 7 historical events and records for England in 890.
Historical records for England in 890
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Law Code
Alfred issues a law code combining biblical principles, earlier West Saxon law and royal judgement.
Orosius Translation
Alfred sponsors an Old English version of Orosius to make world history available to English readers.
Pastoral Care
Alfred sponsors the Old English translation of Gregory's Pastoral Care for use by bishops and educated officials.
Reform of Government
Alfred strengthens the militia, fleet and fortified burh system to defend Wessex against renewed Viking attacks.
Translation
Alfred translates or sponsors the translation of Boethius's Consolation of Philosophy into Old English.
Translation Programme
Alfred promotes English as a written language for government, learning and religious instruction.
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