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Anglo Saxon Period. In 449, three groups invaded BritainAnglesSaxonsJutes. Anglo Saxon Period. Anglo-SaxonsDrove the natives from the eastern, central, and southern areasBecame known as ?Angles Land" or EnglandGermanic language developed into ?Angle-ish" or English. Anglo Saxon Period. Anglo
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1. Anglo Saxon Period 449-1066
2. Anglo Saxon Period In 449, three groups invaded Britain
Angles
Saxons
Jutes
3. Anglo Saxon Period Anglo-Saxons
Drove the natives from the eastern, central, and southern areas
Became known as Angles Land or England
Germanic language developed into Angle-ish or English
4. Anglo Saxon Period Anglo Saxons
Originally started out with several tribal units organized by a king.
Witan= council of elders who would choose the king for each tribal unit
Tribal differences ceases, kingdoms intertwined until there were 7 tribes left
1. Essex
2. Wessex
3. Sussex
4. North Umbria
5. Mercia & the Midlands
6. East Anglia
7. Kent
5. Anglo Saxons & Religion Anglo Saxons were Pagans
Paganism= polytheistic religion;
Fate vs. Personal Freedom
Christians believe that all individuals have the freedom to make their own choice
Early Anglo Saxons worshipped ancient gods of German mythology
6. Anglo Saxons & Mead Hall All {social} events began and ended at Mead Hall
Mead: Fermented beverages made from honey (Think of beer made from honey)
The hall was built by the local lord or king for the entertainment of the Thanes
Thanes: warriors and soldiers loyal to the local lord or king
7. Anglo Saxons & Mead Hall Feasting Hall
Great Hall of the King
Safest Place in the Kingdom
Appearance
Rectangular
Pointed roof
Middle trench on the inside for fires
Two long, low tables on each side of the trench
Supported by rows of columns
8. The Anglo Saxon Man Athletic
Strong
Seafaring
Adventurous
Strong belief in fair play
9. Anglo Saxons Ideals Loyalty to Lord or King
Great love of personal freedom
Respect for women
Love for glory
Honored the truth
10. Anglo Saxons Literature Mostly oral stories, especially riddles
Written Poetry (Beowulf)
Doesnt Rhyme
Uses alliteration
Uses Kennings
Metaphor often hyphenated ex. Whales-path= sea
Symbolism with Seasons
Spring: Youth
Summer: Adult
Autumn: Old Age
Winter: Death