Battle of Marton (871 AD)

Battle of Marton (Wessex vs Vikings) took place in 871 AD during Viking activity in the British Isles.

Battle facts

Year: 871 AD
Date: 0871-03-26
Era: Medieval
Conflict: Viking activity in the British Isles
Side A: Wessex
Side B: Vikings
Commanders (A): King Æthelred, Alfred the Great, Heahmund
Outcome: Viking victory
Coordinates: 53.833°, -2.417°

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Battle of Marton (871 AD)

Battle of Marton took place in 871 AD. Wessex vs Vikings. 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.