History - During this era the kingdom was under threat from Danish raids. When Aethelred — Alfred's brother — died in 870, Alfred succeeded him.The Danes attacked even as the new king was busy in the burial of his brother and easily defeated the Saxon army.

King Alfred won a decisive victory at the Battle of Edington where his army faced the Great Heathen Army led by Guthrum in 878. He forced Guthrum into submission and had him baptized. Following his victory over Guthrum, Alfred brought about many reforms in his military which made it increasingly difficult for the Vikings to raid successfully.

History - Alfred the Great

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Let's do English ESL deep listening: focus on meaning. History - During this era the kingdom was under threat from Danish raids. When Aethelred — Alfred's broth…