MEP - Conquered and Conquerers Flashcards
What group of immigrants occupied the majority of Britain C.700?
Celtic population.
What profession mostly made up Anglo-Saxons?
Hunter, gatherers.
What did Britain split up into in AD401?
7 Ortonimous Kingdoms under the name of Heptarchy.
Where did the Vikings first land in Britain?
Coast of England, Lindesfarm, Northumbria.
Why did the Vikings come to Britain?
Kill the Monks, Steal the Monastries treasure.
What was the great heathen army?
3000 Vikings who were brutal.
Which English Kingdom did the great heathen Army land in to take over?
Mercier-Reptum
What did the Vikings have buried with them and why?
most precious possesions, whatever they wanted in the next life, sword with a sheath, small hammer.
What is Valhalla?
Viking heaven.
how did the Vikings begin their raids on Britain?
Aproaching on boats.
What can it be said the Vikings are Bloodthirsty?
Because they killed the Saxons instantly.
Why was invading Britain good for acquiring wealth?
Because of its rich trade centres.
What did the Vikings return to Scandinavia with?
Slaves, Cattle, ores.
Why did many Vikings return back to settle?
Because it was easy to farm.
What time did Alfred become king?
871 AD