900 Athelstan created knight, and the first who enjoyed this title in England.
937 A severe frost, which continued 120 days. The Bible translated into the Saxon. Colebrand, the Danish giant, killed by Guy, Earl of Warwick.
944 A storm blew down 1500 houses in London.
945 The first tuneable bells in England were this year hung in Croyland Abbey.
946 Stealing first punished with death.
955 Edred enjoyed the honor of being the first who was styled King of Great Britain.
960 Laws to prevent excessive drinking. Wolves’ heads made a tribute. Eight princes rowed Edgar over the river Dee.
979 Juries instituted.
982 A fire destroyed the King’s palace and a great part of London.
991 The land-tax first levied.