
216 – The Great Heathen Army: Always Be Prepared
The British History Podcast
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Alfred's Guerrilla War: Victory at Eddington
This chapter explores Alfred's guerrilla war campaign against the Vikings and his eventual victory at the battle of Eddington. It also delves into the motives behind the actions of half Dan and other Danish leaders, suggesting that they were driven by the desire to build an empire connecting their holdings in Britain with the slave trading town of Dublin.
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