Battle of Hingston Down (838 AD)

Battle of Hingston Down (Anglo-Saxons vs Cornish & Danish Vikings) took place in 838 AD during the Viking invasions of England.

Battle facts

• Year: 838 AD
• Date: 0838-01-01
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: the Viking invasions of England
• Side A: Anglo-Saxons
• Side B: Cornish, Danish Vikings
• Commanders (A): Egbert
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Casualties: approx. UnknownUnknown
• Outcome: Anglo-Saxon victory
• Coordinates: 50.521°, -4.247°

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