Battle of Ashdown (871 AD)

Battle of Ashdown (West Saxons vs Vikings) took place in 871 AD during Viking activity in the British Isles.

Battle facts

Year: 871 AD
Date: 0871-01-12
Era: Medieval
Conflict: Viking activity in the British Isles
Side A: West Saxons
Side B: Vikings
Commanders (A): Æthelred, Alfred
Commanders (B): Bagsecg, Halfdan, Sidroc the Old, Sidroc the Younger, Osbern
Outcome: West Saxon Victory • Multiple Norse earls slain
Coordinates: 51.535°, -1.230°