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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Harald_FairhairHarald Fairhair - Wikipedia

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   Harald Fairhair (Old Norse: Haraldr Hárfagri) (c. 850 – c. 932) was a Norwegian king. According to traditions current in Norway and Iceland in the eleventh and twelfth centuries, he reigned from c. 872 to 930 and was the first King of Norway.

   • Father: Halfdan the Black
   • Religion: Norse Paganism

   • Mother: Ragnhild Sigurdsdotter

2. www.britannica.com › biography › Harald-I-king-of-NorwayHarald I | Biography & Facts | Britannica

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   Harald I (born c. 860—died c. 940) was the first king to claim sovereignty over all of Norway. One of the greatest of the 9th-century Scandinavian warrior chiefs, he gained effective control of Norway’s western coastal districts but probably had only nominal authority in the other parts of Norway.

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3. www.ancient-origins.net › harald-fairhair-0012999The Story of Harald Fairhair, First King of Norway | Ancient ...

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   Dec 13, 2019 · Learn about the legendary Harald Fairhair, who united the petty kingdoms of Scandinavia under his rule. Discover his father, Halfdan the Black, his battles, his hair, and his legacy in this article.

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   Who is Harald Fairhair?

   • Through the name Harald Fairhair appears, he is mostly irreverently referred to as Haraldr lúfa. Chapter 3 and 4 tells of Harald's conquest of Norway. It repeats Snorri's story of Harald's vow not to cut his hair until he had become king of all of Norway, but no mention is made of Gyda.

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   Is Harald Fairhair a true story?

   • His story is like a mix of legend and real-life Viking drama. In a time when Norway was a collection of smaller territories, each with its own ruler, Harald had an ambition to unite them all. Some say he actually did it for love. An interpretation of Viking King Harald Fairhair in Norway.

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   Was Harald Fairhair a true king?

   • Harald Fairhair not only secured an alliance, but also portrayed himself as a true monarch of Norway – a confirmation of his kingship. Further proof that Harald’s rule over the whole of Norway was stable, is the fact that the king of Denmark led serious negotiations before agreeing to give the hand of his daughter in marriage.

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   When did Harald Fairhair die?

   • Most likely, the myth of Harald Fairhair was concocted in the 1100s, to give legitimacy to the kings of the time who claimed their lineage went back all the way to this “first king of Norway”. Now that we told you he might not even have existed, let’s tell you about his grave. The most likely date for his death is thought to be the year 932.

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5. mythohub.com › norse-mythology › harald-fairhair-theHarald Fairhair: The Legendary Unifier of Norway

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   Feb 11, 2024 · Learn about Harald Fairhair, the first king of Norway who unified the country under his rule. Discover his historical achievements, mythological tales, and cultural legacy in this comprehensive article.

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   Nov 29, 2023 · Learn about the first king of Norway, who allegedly unified the country for love or trade, and fought Gandalf the wizard. Discover the sources, interpretations and controversies of his story, from sagas to archeology.

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8. thevikingsway.com › harald-fairhair-the-vikingHarald Fairhair: The Viking King Who United Norway

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   Nov 30, 2023 · Learn about the legendary Harald Fairhair, who fought the Battle of Hafrsfjord and became the first king of a unified Norway. Discover his achievements, controversies, and the mystery behind his life and legacy.

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   Mar 24, 2020 · Learn about Harald Fairhair, the legendary king who allegedly cut his hair to unify Norway in the 9th century. Discover how the Leidang, the Christianisation, the legal code and the personal unions shaped Norway's history and monarchy.

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