Page "Alfred the Great" Paragraph 25
from
Wikipedia
In the year 883, though there is some debate over the year, King Alfred, because of his support and his donation of alms to Rome, received a number of gifts from the Pope Marinus.
Among these gifts was reputed to be a piece of the true cross, a true treasure for the devout Saxon king.
According to Asser, because of Pope Marinus ’ friendship with King Alfred, the pope granted an exemption to any Anglo-Saxons residing within Rome from tax or tribute.
Page 1 of 1.
1.833 seconds.