The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD (2009)

The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD is the second DVD in this sensational new series, The Dark Ages, which delves into a war-torn and obscure period of Britain's past to focus on some of the pivotal events that completely altered the history, culture and politics of the British Isles. In the year 878 AD, Alfred King of Wessex faced the fourth and most serious attempt by the devious Viking chieftain Guthrum to seize the last remaining Saxon kingdom. Thwarted in their conventional attempts in 871, 876 and 878, the Vikings, stole away from their base in Gloucester and descended on Alfred's court while they were celebrating Twelfth Night on the borders of wintery Wessex at Chippenham. Alfred escaped but was driven into hiding in the Somerset Marshes, while the Vikings fanned across Wessex.

Director: Tim Saunders
Genre: Documentary, History, War
Runtime: 80 min
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Editing: Tim Saunders
Production: Battlefield History TV
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

vikings (norsemen), dark ages, military

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD about?
The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD is the second DVD in this sensational new series, The Dark Ages, which delves into a war-torn and obscure period of Britain's past to focus on some of the pivotal events that completely altered the history, culture and politics of the British Isles. In the year 878 AD, Alfred King of Wessex faced the fourth and most serious attempt by the devious Viking chieftain Guthrum to seize the last remaining Saxon kingdom. Thwarted in their conventional attempts in 871, 876 and 878, the Vikings, stole away from their base in Gloucester and descended on Alfred's court while they were celebrating Twelfth Night on the borders of wintery Wessex at Chippenham. Alfred escaped but was driven into hiding in the Somerset Marshes, while the Vikings fanned across Wessex.
Who directed The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD?
The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD was directed by Tim Saunders.
Who stars in The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD?
The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD stars Tim Saunders, Andrew Duff.
How long is The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD?
The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What genre is The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD?
The Viking Invasion of Wessex 878 AD is a Documentary, History, War film.