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The great battle of Brunanburh, 937, illustration from Hutchinson
STC293103 The great battle of Brunanburh, 937, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Pearse, Alfred (19th/20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English victory by the army of King Aethelstan over the combined armies of Olaf III, King of Dublin, Constantine II, King of Scots and Owen I, King of Strathclyde; location is unknown but the battle is mentioned in the poem Battle of Brunanburh, found in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle; ); The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22946012
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Anglo Saxon Anglo Saxons Bloody Danes Defeat Early Britain Horse Back Saxons Shields Spears Vikings Warriors King Athelstan
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This print captures the intensity and chaos of "The great battle of Brunanburh" that took place in 937. Illustrated by Alfred Pearse for Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation in c. 1923, this lithograph showcases the English victory led by King Aethelstan against a formidable alliance comprising Olaf III, King of Dublin, Constantine II, King of Scots, and Owen I, King of Strathclyde. The scene depicts a fierce clash between warriors on horseback and foot soldiers amidst a backdrop of ships sailing along the coast. The air is filled with tension as swords clash and spears pierce through shields. The flag fluttering proudly above signifies triumph for the English forces. Although the exact location remains unknown, historical records mention this significant battle in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. The poem Battle of Brunanburh immortalizes this event as a testament to Aethelstan's military prowess and England's resilience against Viking invasions. Pearse's detailed engraving transports us back to early Britain when kingdoms fought fiercely for power and dominance over their lands. This artwork serves as a reminder of our ancestors' bravery and sacrifice during times marked by bloodshed. Displayed within private collections today, this historic image from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate both its artistic value and its contribution to our understanding of medieval warfare.
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