Biography of King Alfred the Great, who ruled England from 871-899. Includes texts and other biographical portraits of Alfred.

Resource covers the pivotal elements of the sovereign's tenure including his victory over the marauding Danes and the advances in education.

Profiles the Anglo-Saxon ruler known for his patronage of the arts, his codification of laws, and his vigorous scholarship.

Read a political background to the rise of Alfred the Great who was born in 849 CE at Wantage, Berkshire in England.

Encyclopedia profile covers the monarch's battles against the Vikings, and mentions his contributions to law, culture and science.

West-Saxon monarch earned his sobriquet after defeating the Vikings in 878. Find a survey of his military and cultural achievements.

Excerpt from Asser's chronicle, "Life of King Alfred," describes Alfred's battles against the pagan Vikings.