Alfred the great Flashcards
what did Alfred the great do so that the Vikings wouldn’t be tempted to attack anymore ?
He built burhs [castles] to show that they were no longer an easy target
what did Alfred do for education ?
He encouraged young nobles to learn to read English
what is Danelaw ?
A system Alfred created that allowed the Vikings to stay in Britain but the Viking King [Guthrum] had to become Christian and if they came out out Danelaw they would be killed.
What did Alfred want to do about the Vikings and the heptarchy ?
Alfred wanted to unite the kingdoms to defeat the Vikings.
When and where did Alfred finally complete his goal ?
Alfred defeated the Vikings at the battle of Edington in 878.
What did Alfred do after his victory ?
Alfred reorganised the army and built fortresses across the country to protect from further attacks.
He built a navy.
Encouraged education.
Reclaimed Viking land.
