Sources Flashcards by Isabelle Berry

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Anglo Saxon Chronicle

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Copies sent out around Alfred’s kingdom in 892 (aligning with re-arrival of Vikings) - enough evidence in the ASC to suggest that it was put together to inspire Anglo-Saxons to come together under the leadership of the hero, Alfred, to yet again beat off the Viking challenge

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Asser’s life of King Alfred

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Appeared in 893
Probably aimed at getting support from the Welsh
Asser appeared to want to impress upon the leaders of Wales that Alfred was someone worth forming an alliance with

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