Saxon Period

The Saxon Period, also known as the Anglo-Saxon era, refers to the time in England from the late 5th century to the Norman Conquest in 1066. It began after the fall of Roman rule in Britain when Germanic tribes, known as the Saxons, Angles, and Jutes, settled in the region. This period saw the establishment of several kingdoms, the spread of Christianity, and the development of Old English, the precursor to modern English. It was marked by significant cultural, social, and political changes, including the creation of important legal codes and literature, influencing English history profoundly.