Viking raids from 840 onwards contributed to the decline of Hamwic in the 9th century, and by the 10th century a fortified settlement, which became medieval Southampton, had been established. COUNT 4
QSN1 What kind of raids disturbed Hamwic in the 9th century? ANS1 Viking QSN2 What year did the Vikings start attacking Hamwic? ANS2 840 QSN3 In what century was a new settlement set up at the site of Hamwic? ANS3 10th QSN4 What was the name of the 10th-century fortified settlement that took Hamwic's place? ANS4 Southampton