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May 10, 2024 · Thorkell the Tall (born late 950s, southern Sweden—died after 1023) was a Viking warrior and chieftain who gained renown during his lifetime for his fighting prowess and who played a notable role in English history in the 11th century.
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Thorkell the Tall, also known as Thorkell the High in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle (Old Norse: Þorke(ti)ll inn hávi; Norwegian: Torkjell Høge; Swedish: Torkel Höge; Danish: Torkild den Høje), was a prominent member of the Jomsviking order and a notable lord.
Jul 25, 2023 · We also hear about figures in the Norse sagas such as “Thorkel the Tall”, and Göngu-Hrólfr (who was so tall he apparently couldn’t sit on a horse), who were described as giants compared to other men.
Feb 26, 2024 · Thorkell the Tall was a towering figure in both stature and Viking lore, leaving an indelible mark on the tumultuous latter period of the Viking Age. As a warrior, a powerful kingmaker, and a foster father to two kings of England, his name deserves to be more well-known.
I first learnt about him from the anime Vinland Saga in which he is a giant monster man. But I couldn't find any information about how tall he was anywhere. Only about the anime Thorkell.
Jan 5, 2023 · This was a time of everlasting war, strife, betrayal and bloodshed. Thorkell the tall would distinguish himself amongst his fellow warriors for his immense fighting prowess; he would climb...
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Sep 12, 2012 · Summary. Thorkell the Tall in 1014. Before his death, Swein Forkbeard had been acknowledged as king of England: ‘all the nation regarded him as full king’ and ‘the citizens of London submitted and gave hostages’. King Æthelred, with his family and supporters, had been driven into exile.
