Alfred the Great, King of Wessex, a defender against Viking invasion and a social reformer; just few of the reasons why he is the only English monarch to be known as “the Great”. Alfred was born in ...

Generations of Germans believe Frederick the Great brought the beloved potato to Germany. The legend is this: King Frederick ...

Republicans have shaped a collective memory of the family based on a sepia-toned vision of Mom, America and apple pie.

As the birthplace of King Alfred and the home of former poet laureate John Betjeman, Wantage in Oxfordshire has an illustrious past. But what about its future?

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In the annals of English history, the name Alfred the Great resonates with the echoes of valor, wisdom, and resilience. Born in the late 9th century during a time of relentless Viking invasions ...

A blue plaque was unveiled at Chippenham Museum to honour King Alfred. The museum is believed to have been the site of Alfred's 'royal ville' or hunting lodge. The plaque commemorates his victory for ...

Chippenham has paid tribute to Alfred The Great's historic victory against invading Vikings.

The Sir Alfred Munnings piece will go under the hammer at Christie’s London on July 2 (Christie’s London/PA) A sculpture of “one of the most celebrated racehorses of the last century” is to be sold at ...