dec 30, 792 - Vikings Raid Lindisfarne
Description:
In 793, Norse Viking raiders launched an attack on the monastery of Lindisfarne, which is located off the northeast coast of England. This attack symbolizes the start of a series of Viking incursions into the British Isles and Western Europe. These piratical raids eventually led to Norse expansion and the establishment of Viking kingdoms beyond Scandinavia.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 30, 792
Now
~ 1233 years ago