Alfred

About the show

After defeat by the Vikings, Alfred takes refuge on the Isle of Athelney in the home of shepherd Corin and his wife Emma. His wife Eltruda and son Edward find him alive, though the shepherds do not know his identity. Edward later reports that Alfred’s supporters await his command. Corin and Emma realize who their guests are as Alfred departs for battle. News of his victory brings rejoicing, and Alfred leads the people in “Rule, Britannia!”