While largely fictional, there was indeed a King Alfred who reigned in Wessex from 471-499. His policies and actions did much to unite all the kingdoms of England into one.
However no Uhtred like our character here is in recorded history. However, there was more than one Uhtred associated with Bamburgh.
As far as our tale so far, it is frustrating the Alfred still does not give Uhtred his due nor truly trusts him. Heck, even his wife who wanted Uhtred dead not that long ago wants him on their side!
Alfred's mistrust seems solely based on religion. He fails to see how God works in many ways for the greater good.
However no Uhtred like our character here is in recorded history. However, there was more than one Uhtred associated with Bamburgh.
As far as our tale so far, it is frustrating the Alfred still does not give Uhtred his due nor truly trusts him. Heck, even his wife who wanted Uhtred dead not that long ago wants him on their side!
Alfred's mistrust seems solely based on religion. He fails to see how God works in many ways for the greater good.