The Saviour of England: The Story of Alfred the Great

Explore the remarkable life and legacy of Alfred the Great, King of Wessex, who defended his kingdom against relentless Viking invasions. Discover how his strategic brilliance and unwavering determination preserved the spirit and identity of England during the 9th century. From his ascension to the throne to his lasting impact on the cultural, political, and intellectual foundations of the nation, this episode delves into the story of a true English hero.
00:00:00: Introduction00:01:29: Chapter 1 - Alfred the Lastborn Son00:08:14: Chapter 2 - The Threat of the Great Heathen Army00:12:16: Chapter 3 - Aethelred the Warrior King00:16:04: Chapter 4 - Alfred Ascends to the Throne00:18:10: Chapter 5 - The Fall of Wessex00:22:59: Chapter 6 - The Fate of England00:26:56: Chapter 7 - Alfred's Legacy
#AlfredtheGreat #KingofWessex #Vikinginvasions #Englishhistory #9thcentury #strategicbrilliance #culturalfoundations #politicalfoundations #intellectualfoundations #LastSaxonKingdom #GreatHeathenArmy #Aethelred #Anglo-SaxonChronicle #Vikinghistory #savioursofEngland #Wessex
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices