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King Alfred of England

by Jacob ABBOTT (1803 - 1879)

Preface

The life and accomplishments of England's sole title holder of "The Great." King Alfred defended England from Viking invasions and ushered in an era of learning and progress for the British Isles. Summary by Ryan Cherrick.

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Listen next episodes of King Alfred of England:
I. The Britons , II. The Anglo-Saxons , III. The Danes , IV. Alfred's Early Years , IX. Reassembling of the Army , V. The State of England , VI. Alfred's Accession to the Throne , VII. Reverses , VIII. The Seclusion , X. The Victory over the Danes , XI. The Reign , XII. The Close of Life , XIII. The Sequel