Battle of Benfleet (894 AD)

Battle of Benfleet (Wessex & Mercia vs Vikings) took place in 894 AD during Viking invasions of England.

Battle facts

• Year: 894 AD
• Date: 0894-01-01
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Viking invasions of England
• Side A: Wessex, Mercia
• Side B: Vikings
• Commanders (A): Edward the Elder, Æthelred, Lord of the Mercians
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Casualties: approx. UnknownCombat losses unknown Women and children captured Ships lost
• Outcome: Anglo-Saxon victory
• Coordinates: 51.550°, 0.560°

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