The King Alfred Millenary: A Record of the Proceedings of the National Commemoration (1902)

The King Alfred Millenary: A Record Of The Proceedings Of The National Commemoration (1902) is a historical book written by Alfred Bowker. The book is a detailed account of the events that took place during the national commemoration of King Alfred's millenary in 1901. King Alfred was a famous Anglo-Saxon king who ruled from 871 to 899 AD, and his millenary was celebrated throughout England in 1901, marking 1,000 years since his death. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various events that took place during the commemoration, including the unveiling of statues, the laying of foundation stones, and the opening of new buildings. It also includes speeches made by prominent figures of the time, such as the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Lord Mayor of London. The King Alfred Millenary: A Record Of The Proceedings Of The National Commemoration (1902) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England, particularly the Anglo-Saxon period. It provides a unique insight into the way in which historical events were commemorated at the turn of the 20th century and offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.