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The Battle of Merton was fought in April 871. It was one of eight known to be fought that year by King Ethelred of Wessex, who was defending his kingdom against an army of Danish invaders. The Danish invaders defeated King Ethelred's forces, with the King himself amongst the dead. Whether he died in battle, or as a result of wounds suffered in battle is unclear. The site of the battle is thought to be located either in the borders of the London Borough of Merton or at Merton, Oxfordshire. April is the fourth month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and one of four with the length of 30 days. ... Events Nine battles are fought between the Danes and Wessex. ... King Ethelred I (c. ... The London Borough of Merton is a London borough in southwest London. ...

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