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Battle of Edington Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

The Battle of Edington in 878 was a pivotal moment in English history, marking the defeat of the Viking army by King Alfred the Great. To delve deeper into this historical event, we have created a fact-matching game that allows players to piece together important information fragments.

  • Players will uncover key details about the battle and its significance.
  • Use spells for hints to help you solve the puzzles.

Game Details: A fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • The Battle of Edington took place in 878 AD.
  • The battle was fought between the Anglo-Saxons led by Alfred the Great and the Vikings led by Guthrum.
  • Alfred the Great's victory at Edington is considered a turning point in the Viking invasions of England.
  • The battle took place in Wiltshire, England.
  • Alfred the Great's army was outnumbered by the Vikings at the Battle of Edington.
  • Alfred the Great used a defensive strategy at Edington, constructing a fortified camp to protect his forces.
  • The Vikings were besieged by Alfred's forces at Edington, leading to their eventual defeat.
  • Guthrum, the Viking leader, was forced to surrender to Alfred the Great after the battle.
  • The Treaty of Wedmore was signed after the Battle of Edington, establishing the boundaries of the Danelaw in England.
  • The Treaty of Wedmore allowed the Vikings to control part of England known as the Danelaw in exchange for peace.
  • Alfred the Great's victory at Edington secured his position as King of Wessex.
  • The Battle of Edington marked the beginning of Alfred the Great's efforts to unify England under his rule.
  • The Vikings suffered heavy casualties at the Battle of Edington, leading to their defeat.
  • Alfred the Great is credited with introducing a system of burhs (fortified towns) to defend against Viking invasions.
  • The Battle of Edington is also known as the Battle of Ethandun.
  • The victory at Edington was one of Alfred the Great's most significant military accomplishments.
  • The Battle of Edington was a decisive victory for the Anglo-Saxons over the Vikings.
  • Alfred the Great's defeat of the Vikings at Edington helped to secure the future of England as a united kingdom.
  • The Battle of Edington is commemorated in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle as a significant event in English history.
  • Alfred the Great's victory at Edington is considered a defining moment in the history of England.

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