Battle of Maldon

A statue in Maldon of Byrhtnoth, the Anglo-Saxon leader who was killed during the battle.

Map showing the location of the Battle of Maldon

The Battle of Maldon was a 991 battle between Anglo-Saxons and Vikings. It resulted in a Viking victory.

The "Battle of Maldon" is also the name given to an Old English poem about the battle.

External links

Encyclopedias

• Encyclopedia Britannica: The Battle of Maldon