The Anglo-Saxon Period(449-1066 A.D)Daniel Beck

The Anglo Saxon PeriodThe Anglo Saxons were people who originated from Germany, they

had invaded Great Britain during 5th century A.D. and took control of the country until 1066 A.D. (Hirst).

The Anglo Saxons had a complicated culture. Despite the fact the Anglo Saxons were always at war, they were

quite successful in government, art, etc. (Algoe)

The Anglo Saxon Period

• King Alfred• King Alfred, (also known as Alfred the Great) led the Anglo Saxons in a big invasion against the Danes that had invadedEngland (10).

The Anglo Saxon Period• Beowulf• Beowulf was one of the first great works in the National England language. In this storyA man battles his way to rescue a king and fights mighty creatures as well (18).

The Anglo Saxon Period

• In Beowulf we see a BIG fight between Beowulf and the dragon.

Works Cited

• Hirst, Kris (http://archeaology.about.com/od/aterms/g/anglosaxon.htm)