Combe Bottom, looking towards Bratton.

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According to legend, in May 878 AD King Alfred led his army through Combe Bottom and successfully fought with the Danes at the battle of Ethandun.

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Size: 5016px × 3348px
Location: Combe Bottom, Bratton, Wiltshire, UK.
Photo credit: © Chris Cole / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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