Battle of Cynwit (878 AD)

Battle of Cynwit (West Saxons vs Vikings) took place in 878 AD during Viking activity in the British Isles.

Battle facts

Year: 878 AD
Date: 0878-01-01
Era: Medieval
Conflict: Viking activity in the British Isles
Side A: West Saxons
Side B: Vikings
Commanders (A): Odda, Ealdorman of Devon
Commanders (B): Ubba
Casualties: approx. Unknown800
Outcome: West Saxon victory
Coordinates: 51.159°, -3.078°

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Battle of Cynwit (878 AD)

Battle of Cynwit took place in 878 AD. West Saxons vs Vikings. Approx. Unknown800 casualties. Part of Viking activity in the British Isles. Explore the interactive map and full Wikipedia details on WarAtlas. Please enable JavaScript to use the full app.