AngloSaxon Vikings Subject Specific Vocabulary archaeologist People who

Anglo-Saxon & Vikings Subject Specific Vocabulary archaeologist People who work out our history by looking at artefacts that have been found. Anglo-Saxon kingdoms During their time in Britain the Anglo. Saxons formed many kingdoms. shires Saxon lands were divided into shires, which helped to make up the counties we have today Settlements A place that is inhabited by a group of people who have established a community. Exciting Books Sticky Knowledge about the Anglo-Saxons q Anglo-Saxons came to Britain from Northern Germany, Denmark and The Netherlands. Invasion An instance of invading a country or region with an armed force. Democracy a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives. q Anglo-Saxons used dragon boats to travel across the North Sea in the middle of the 5 th century. Pilgrimage A prolonged journey for a clear purpose. q Anglo-Saxons settled near rivers and coasts for food and farming. Witan or witenagermot A council that helped the Saxon king rule. q Anglo-Saxon’s homes were built using wood and straw and were in enclosed villages to keep livestock. Paganism Term given to unfamiliar religions and an unproven belief. q St Augustine travelled from Rome to Britain to spread the word of Christianity to convert Pagans. Saint Augustine A Roman saint who travelled to Britain from Rome to convert Brits from Paganism to Christianity. q Vikings did not invade Britain immediately: they conquered kingdoms and sub-kingdoms throughout Britain. q Anglo-Saxons settled in Britain to farm and live safely after invading Romans. © Focus Education UK Ltd. Anglo-Saxon Settlements