Alfred the Great (Old English: Ælfrǣd [ˈæɫvˌræːd]; c. 849 – 26 October 899) was King of the West Saxons from 871 to 886, and King of the Anglo-Saxons from 886 until his death in 899. He was the youngest son of King Æthelwulf and his first wife …

Jan 1, 2025 · Alfred, king of Wessex (871–899), a Saxon kingdom in southwestern England. He prevented England from falling to the Danes and promoted learning and literacy. Compilation of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle began during his reign. Learn more about Alfred’s life and rule.

This list of kings and reigning queens of the Kingdom of England begins with Alfred the Great, who initially ruled Wessex, one of the seven Anglo-Saxon kingdoms which later made up modern England.

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Apr 1, 2019 · Alfred was born in 849 and served as King of Wessex, a Saxon kingdom based in the southwest of modern day England, from 871 to his death on 26th October 899 AD. In this time he ruled successfully over his Anglo-Saxon kingdom and emerged as a military force, a strong leader and a promoter of reforms.

Apr 24, 2018 · Alfred the Great (r. 871-899 CE) was the king of Wessex in Britain but came to be known as King of the Anglo-Saxons after his military victories over Viking adversaries and later successful negotiations with them.

4 days ago · The Saxon Inn while under construction in 1990. In 2025, Alfred University is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the opening of the Saxon Inn. As part of our promotion of the celebration, we are seeking stories from people who have stayed over the years at our beautiful on-campus hotel.

Jun 14, 2024 · King Alfred the Great was the King of Wessex from 871 to 899 CE. He is considered one of the most important figures in English history, known for his military prowess, political acumen, and cultural accomplishments.

One of the most famous Anglo-Saxon kings was Alfred, one of the only kings in British history to be called 'Great'. His father was king of Wessex, but by the end of Alfred's reign his coins...

Mar 15, 2023 · Inheriting a kingdom that seemed completely doomed, Alfred the Great turned defeat into victory, preserving Anglo-Saxon England. From 871 to 899 CE, Alfred the Great presided over the throne of the Saxon kingdom of Wessex.