Where the Viking army perished – a sensational discovery (PHOTO)

British researchers claim to have found the legendary battlefield of Cynuit, which took place in 878. According to experts, traces of the battle are hidden by Castle Hill in Devon. Historians suggest that a burial mound of Viking leader Ubba Ragnarsson may be nearby. Key conclusions are based on the work of researcher Nick Arnold, who analyzed medieval manuscripts and maps. The landscape matches descriptions by chronicler Asser. Estimates of Viking losses range from 800 to 1,200 men.

British researchers claim to have found the legendary battlefield of Cynuit, which took place in 878. According to historical sources, the Anglo-Saxons won a victory here over the Viking army. According to experts, traces of the battle are hidden by Castle Hill, an ancient Iron Age hillfort in the northern part of Devon, near Bideford. Key conclusions are based on the work of researcher Nick Arnold, who analyzed medieval manuscripts, old maps, and defensive ramparts. The landscape matches descriptions by chronicler Asser, biographer of King Alfred. Historians believe that a large mound nearby may be the burial site of Ubba, son of Ragnar Lodbrok. Although Ragnar himself is considered a mythical figure, his sons were real leaders of the Great Heathen Army. During the battle, the Anglo-Saxons destroyed hundreds of warriors and captured a war banner bearing a raven. The victory at Edington shortly after laid the foundation for England's independence.