The Rise of Wessex: From Alfred to Edward the Confessor

How did Alfred of Wessex halt the Scandinavian invasions? How did Alfred’s descendants consolidate these victories and conquer York and Northumbria? This course explores the origins and early expansion of the Kingdom of Wessex, from Alfred and the Viking Wars of the 9th century, to the revival of the House of Wessex under Edward the Confessor. How was the concept of "England" created and how did the House of Wessex make it a political reality through military conquest, legislation, language, literature and the church?

Tutor: Gillian Waters BA MA PGDip PGCE

Term: Autumn

Day: Monday

Start Date: 30 September 2024

Time: 7-9pm

No. of weeks: 10

Full fee: £114

This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable), as well as a reliable broadband connection.

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