Æthelred I's reign saw the arrival of which army?
Roman Legion
Norman Fleet
Great Heathen Army
Saxon Brigade
Answer
The Great Heathen Army, a formidable force of Danish Vikings, emerged as a significant threat during the reign of Æthelred I, King of Wessex, from 865 to 871. This mighty army, led by skilled and ambitious warlords, launched a series of devastating raids and invasions on the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, striking fear into the hearts of the people and leaving a lasting impact on the political landscape of England.
Æthelred I of Wessex: The Untold Chapter of English History
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