The beginning of Haesten's great invasion: 250 ships landed at the Limen estuary (Rother) and fortified a position at Appledore in Romney Marsh. Simultaneously, Haesten himself landed 80 ships at Milton in north Kent. The split landing at two points on opposite sides of Kent was tactically sophisticated, forcing Alfred to divide his army. The Chronicle notes that Alfred camped between the two armies throughout the winter, a remarkable strategic disposition.
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