What is uhtred the bold?

Uhtred the Bold (died 1016) was the Ealdorman of Northumbria from 1006 to 1016. He was a significant figure in the turbulent period of English history marked by Viking raids and political instability.

• Origins and Lineage: Uhtred was the son of Waltheof I, Ealdorman of Bamburgh. His family held considerable power in Northumbria. His lineage is tied to significant lands and therefore, Land%20Ownership shaped much of his politics.

• Appointment as Ealdorman: Uhtred was appointed Ealdorman of Northumbria by King Æthelred the Unready in 1006, following the failure of Ælfhelm of York to effectively defend the region against Viking incursions, in particular, during a raid led by Sweyn Forkbeard.

• Military Actions: Uhtred quickly proved himself a capable military leader. He successfully defended Northumbria against Scottish invasions and also fought against the Vikings. He helped to secure the kingdom against external threats. He won great fame because of his Military%20Accomplishments.

• Alliance with Sweyn Forkbeard: Facing political pressure and recognizing Sweyn Forkbeard's growing power, Uhtred submitted to Sweyn when the latter conquered England in 1013. This was a pragmatic move to protect his own position and the interests of Northumbria. His decisions were greatly influenced by the Political%20Landscape.

• Death: After Æthelred's death and the subsequent restoration of his son, Edmund Ironside, Uhtred, along with other northern lords, submitted to Edmund. However, Uhtred was soon after murdered by Thrum or Thurbrand, a Viking, likely at the instigation of Cnut the Great. This marked a significant power shift in Northumbria and the wider English kingdom. Uhtred's murder was related to Power%20Struggles during this era.