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Alfred the Great (849-899), Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871, (c1920)
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Alfred the Great (849-899), Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871, (c1920)
Alfred the Great (849-899), Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871, (c1920). Much of Alfreds reign was taken up with the struggle against the Danish invaders. After Alfred defeated them at Edington, Wiltshire, in 878, England was divided in half, with the south-western part in the hands of the Saxons, and the north-eastern portion, the Danelaw, administered by the Danes. War broke out again in the 890s, but by 897 the Danes had been defeated
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This print showcases King Alfred the Great, an influential figure in Anglo-Saxon history. Born in 849, he ruled as the king of Wessex from 871 until his death in 899. The image, believed to be from the early 1920s, depicts a regal and dignified monarch with a long beard and adorned in traditional clothing. Alfred's reign was marked by relentless battles against Danish invaders who sought to conquer England. However, his decisive victory at Edington in Wiltshire in 878 divided the country into two parts - the south-western region under Saxon control and the north-eastern portion known as Danelaw, administered by Danes. Although war erupted again during the 890s, Alfred's strategic prowess led to another triumph over the Danes by 897. This achievement solidified his legacy as a resilient leader who defended his people against foreign threats. The chromolithograph captures not only Alfred's physical appearance but also hints at his royal status through intricate jewelry and a crown adorning his head. The attention to detail is evident even down to his cloak draped elegantly around him. Preserved for posterity by Ann Ronan Pictures, this photograph offers us a glimpse into one of Britain's most revered historical figures - King Alfred the Great.
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