Danish Invasions of England - 3 Minute History

The video covers the unification of England under Edred, the unpopular rule of Eadwig, and the division of the kingdom to avoid civil war. It explores Scandinavian influence, including Harald Bluetooth's formation of Denmark and Olaf Tryggvason's raids. Ethelred's alliances and the invasions by Forkbeard are discussed, leading to Cnut's conquest and the establishment of the North Sea Empire. The post-Cnut era sees the division of his empire and the eventual Norman control of England.

Who was responsible for the unification of England after ousting the North leaders?

• Ethelred the Unready

• Eadwig

• Edred

• Edmund the Peaceful

What was a significant consequence of Olaf Tryggvason's raids?

• The division of England between Edmund and Eadwig

• The Battle of Maldon

• The crowning of Sweyn Forkbeard as King of England

• The formation of the Kingdom of Denmark

Which event marked the beginning of Sweyn Forkbeard's rule over England?

• The Battle of Ascendon

• The St. Brice's Day Massacre

• The crowning in Lincolnshire

• The death of Ethelred the Unready

What was a key factor in the collapse of Cnut's North Sea Empire?

• The death of Cnut

• The Norman conquest of England

• The division of Scandinavia

• The Battle of Stamford Bridge

Who succeeded Edward the Confessor as the King of England?

• Harald Hardrada

• Harold Godwinson

• Sweyn Forkbeard

• Edmund Ironside