King Alfred the Great, born circa 849 in Wantage, Berkshire, was the son of Aethelwulf and Osburh and is considered the 32nd great-grandfather of Elizabeth II. He ascended to the throne in 871, successfully defended his kingdom against Viking invasions at battles like Ashdown and Edington, and passed away on October 26, 899. Alfred was known for his military reforms, domestic policies including the establishment of fortified towns, and contributions to Anglo-Saxon literature.

1. Alfred the GreatAlfred the Great

2. Name: King Alfred the Great
Born: c.849 at Wantage, Berkshire
Parents: Aethelwulf and Osburh
Relation to Elizabeth II: 32nd great-
grandfather
House of: Wessex
Became King: 871
Children: Aelfthryth, Aethelflaed, Aethelgifu,
Edward, Aethelweard
Died: October 26, 899
Buried at: Winchester
Succeeded by: his son Edward
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4. Foreign PolicyForeign Policy
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871 AD – Battle of Ashdown
878 AD – Battle of Edington
The Peace of Wedmore

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Alfred’s Fortified TownsAlfred’s Fortified Towns

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The DanelawThe Danelaw

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Alfred's LegacyAlfred's Legacy
Books from Latin into
Anglo-Saxon Against the Pagan Vikings Coinage Reform

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King of the English