Rule of Alfred of Wessex (feb 7, 871 – aug 13, 899)
Description:
Created a period of recovery and in this with his successors built a system of local defense. England was divided into local units called shires or counties. They are responsible for collecting taxes, catching criminals and readying arms when the king requires it.Added to timeline:
Date:
feb 7, 871
aug 13, 899
~ 28 years