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Coronation of Alfred as King of Wessex

Alfred the Great is being crowned King of Wessex in Winchester Cathedral, amidst the looming threat of Viking invasions. The nobles and clergy gather in a tense atmosphere, aware that this coronation

Year 871
Date 4/1
Location Winchester Cathedral, Winchester, Kingdom Of Wessex
Layer 2
Visibility PUBLIC
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Key Figures

Alfred the Great Bishop Ealhstan Ealdorman Aethelred Young Acolyte Noblewoman
Time Travel

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