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Alfred the Great

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Description: Based on the story of Alfred, King of King of Wessex from 871 to 899. Main characters are listed as 'Alfred - King of Britain, Oden - Earl of Devon, Harrold - a Heroldsman and Helena his wife'.
Type: Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Date: 1811 February 16
Call number: mssLA 1665
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