Ivar the Boneless, a legendary Viking leader, met his defeat at the hands of King Alfred the Great of Wessex. The decisive battle took place at the Battle of Ethandun in 878 AD. King Alfred’s strategic prowess and leadership were instrumental in overcoming the Viking forces led by Ivar the Boneless.
This victory was a turning point in the Anglo-Saxon resistance against the Viking invasions. It not only halted the Viking advance but also paved the way for the eventual unification of England under Alfred’s rule. The Battle of Ethandun is remembered as a significant event in English history, marking the beginning of the end for Viking dominance in the region.