Battle of Edington (878 AD)

Battle of Edington (Wessex vs Great Heathen Army) took place in 878 AD during Viking activity in the British Isles.

Battle facts

Year: 878 AD
Date: 0878-05-01
Era: Medieval
Conflict: Viking activity in the British Isles
Side A: Wessex
Side B: Great Heathen Army
Commanders (A): Alfred the Great
Commanders (B): Guthrum
Casualties: approx. UnknownUnknown, presumed heavy
Outcome: Saxon victory Treaty of Wedmore
Coordinates: 51.440°, -2.242°

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Battle of Edington (878 AD)

Battle of Edington took place in 878 AD. Wessex vs Great Heathen Army. Approx. UnknownUnknown, presumed heavy 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.