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3 days ago · The Battle of Edington (878) The Battle of Edington, fought in 878, was a pivotal moment in the struggle between the Anglo-Saxons and the Vikings. The Viking leader Guthrum had launched a surprise attack on the kingdom of Wessex, forcing King Alfred the Great to flee into the marshes of Somerset. Alfred, however, was not one to give up easily.
4 days ago · by. May 25, 2024. The Viking Age, which lasted from the 8th to 11th centuries AD, was a time when Norse warriors raided, traded, and settled across wide areas of Europe, Asia, and the North Atlantic islands. These seafaring Scandinavians left their mark on history and continue to capture our imagination to this day.
4 days ago · Embark on a captivating journey through time with "Chronicles of Antiquity: Europe's Forgotten Empires," an ancient European historical documentary that brings to life the untold stories of civilizations that shaped our world. From the enigmatic Minoans to the indomitable Romans, this documentary delves into the heart of Europe's rich past, exploring the rise and fall of empires that have left ...
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5 days ago · Berserkers and Ulfhednar were legendary Viking warriors. Learn about their origins, ties with Odin, abilities, and eventual downfall.
Jun 1, 2024 · See Dublin from a new perspective and come away knowing more about its citizens through the ages! Dublinia Viking Museum in Dublin is a not for profit charitable trust. Open Daily from 10.00am to 6.00pm (last entry 5.00pm) OUR EVENTS.
3 days ago · History of England. Anglo-Saxon England or Early Medieval England, existing from the 5th to the 11th centuries from soon after the end of Roman Britain until the Norman Conquest in 1066, consisted of various Anglo-Saxon kingdoms until 927, when it was united as the Kingdom of England by King Æthelstan (r. 927–939).
