Ceolwulf II, King (kingdom of mercia) : All Data

Ceolwulf II was the King of the Kingdom of Mercia from 878 to 879. During his short reign, he faced the Viking invasions that plagued England during the 9th century. One of the most significant wars that occurred during his tenure was the Battle of Edington in 878, where the Mercians, led by Ceolwulf II's ally, King Alfred the Great of Wessex, defeated the Viking army of Guthrum. This victory marked a turning point in the Viking invasions and led to the establishment of the Danelaw, a treaty between the Vikings and the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. Although Ceolwulf II's reign was brief, his alliance with Alfred the Great played a crucial role in defending Mercia against Viking aggression.