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What impact did the Danish or Viking invasions have on England?
What impact did the Danish or Viking invasions have on England?
The Danish or Viking invasions caused great disruption to England, as they plundered, invaded and founded permanent settlements. This led to the Anglo-Saxon kings uniting to protect their rule, and King Alfred the Great having to pay Danegeld to win over the Anglo-Saxon rulers and defeat them.
What strategies did King Alfred the Great use to protect England from the Danish or Viking invasions?
What strategies did King Alfred the Great use to protect England from the Danish or Viking invasions?
King Alfred the Great used a combination of tactics to protect England from the Danish or Viking invasions. He paid Danegeld to win over the Anglo-Saxon rulers and learnt enough from the Danes to defeat them.
What does the term "Danegeld" refer to?
What does the term "Danegeld" refer to?
The term "Danegeld" refers to the huge sums of money paid by King Alfred the Great to the Danes in order to win over the Anglo-Saxon rulers and defeat them.
