12.1 Flashcards
What year did Vikings raid St Cuthbert’s monastery?
793
This event is marked as one of the first significant Viking raids on England.
What significant event happened in 787 concerning Viking activity?
The first Viking attack on England takes place.
This marks the beginning of Viking incursions into England.
In what year did Viking raids begin in Ireland?
795
This marks the start of Viking influence in Ireland.
What year did Viking raids start in France?
799
This indicates the expansion of Viking raids beyond the British Isles.
What year did Viking settlers from Denmark establish themselves in northern England?
867
This marks the establishment of Viking presence in England.
In which year was the first Viking settlement set up in Ireland?
870
This event signifies the establishment of a lasting Viking presence in Ireland.
What significant event occurs in 911 involving the King of France?
A treaty is made with Vikings, granting them land now named Normandy
When was the first Althing?
930
Who invades England in 1015?
Danish Prince Cnut
What title does Cnut achieve in 1016?
King of England
What significant event occurs in England in 1066?
King Edward dies and Harold Godwinson becomes king
What significant event occurs in 985?
Erik the Red discovers Greenland.
What significant event occurred in in 911?
The Vikings are given a tract of land, later known as Normandy.
What significant event occurs in England in 991?
first of many tax payments,
known as the Danegeld
Leif Ericson, Discovers North America in?
1001
