The Vikings in Francia and Anglo-Saxon England to 911
Simon Coupland
Two areas of the Carolingian empire came under attack are Frisia, and Aquitaine. In Frisia Vikings' principal targets were trading centres, particularly prosperous market Dorestad, which was first sacked in 834. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle provides nearly all information about Viking raids. From 876 to 911, Scandinavians capitalised on position strength colonise England Francia. contained significant report: 'In this year Halfdan shared out lands Northumbrians, they proceeded plough support themselves'. Scandinavian chiefs ruled large tracts for long periods without any apparent attempt by their followers region, until mid-870s armies occupied Frankish or territory over many years likewise gave no indication wishing take political control. raids motivated militant paganism, there is equally little contemporary sources.
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