The Battle of Wilton in late 871 was fought by newly crowned King Alfred against the Danish army near the royal vill of Wilton in Wiltshire. Alfred initially drove the Danes back, but the Vikings feigned flight and then turned on the pursuing English, defeating them. Alfred was forced to buy peace - the first Danegeld payment recorded for Wessex. This ended the main campaign of 871, which had seen nine major battles.
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