871 Collection

Uffington White Horse
The famous White Horse of Uffington, Berkshire, probably the oldest example of such a figure, believed to ascribe the victory of Alfred over the Danes in 871 AD

ANGLO-SAXON CHRONICLE. The passage reproduced contains a record of Aethelred and Alfreds defeat of the Danes at Ashdown (Vale of White Horse), Berkshire, England, in 871

Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred, hiding from Danes in cowherd's
530981 Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred, hiding from Danes in cowherd's (neatherd's) cottage on Isle of Athelney, Somerset

Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred planning how to capture the Danish/Viking fleet
531898 Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred planning how to capture the Danish/Viking fleet - 885

A pair of Wedgewood mugs commemorating the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
1766850 A pair of Wedgewood mugs commemorating the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 1953 (ceramic) by Ravilious

Hawker Hunter T. 8C G-BWGL - XF357 - 871
Hawker Hunter T.8C G-BWGL - XF357 - 871 (msn HABL003086), of the Classic Jet Aircraft Company, at RAF St Mawgan on 10 September 1997. Date: 1997

Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871
LLM454537 Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871 by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871)

Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred planning how to capture the Danish/Viking fleet - 885. Colour-printed wood engraving London 1864

ETHELRED I (D. 871)
ETHELRED (AETHELRED) I Anglo-Saxon ruler. Drove Danes from Mercia (868-869). Defeated Danes with brother Alfred at Ashdown (871). Date: ? - 871

King Alfred / Anon Eng
KING OF THE WEST SAXONS King Alfred Reigned 871-899 Date: 849 - 899

King Alfred / H. Parker
KING OF THE WEST SAXONS King Alfred reigned 871-899

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"871: A Journey Through History and Art" Step back in time to the year 871, where history unfolds with intriguing tales and captivating artwork. From the iconic Uffington White Horse to the words etched in the ANGLO-SAXON CHRONICLE, this number holds a wealth of stories. In ancient England, Aethelred's record echoes through time, reminding us of his reign. The Uffington White Horse stands tall on chalky hillsides, a symbol of endurance and mystery that has fascinated generations. But it doesn't stop there; aviation enthusiasts will marvel at the Hawker Hunter T. 8C G-BWGL - XF357 - 871 soaring through skies with grace and power. Meanwhile, Wedgewood mugs commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's coronation – a reminder of her historic moment that united a nation. Landemaro's bravery during the siege of Salerno is immortalized in art by Gustave Dore for Milton's Paradise Lost. His engraving captures both heroism and despair as battles rage on. Alfred the Great takes center stage as an Anglo-Saxon king who ruled Wessex from 871 onwards. With strategic planning depicted vividly, he becomes an inspiration for leaders throughout history. Ethelred I leaves his mark too – his legacy intertwined with Alfred's era as they navigate turbulent times together. Their stories unfold like pages from an epic novel or perhaps even a prisoner mug shot from 1873 – each telling its own tale within this enigmatic number. As we delve into these fragments of history and art linked to "871, " we uncover layers upon layers of human triumphs, struggles, creativity, and resilience. It reminds us that numbers hold more than mere digits; they carry narratives waiting to be discovered by those willing to explore their depths.