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Haakon Haraldsson (c. 920–961), also Haakon the Good (Old Norse: Hákon góði, Norwegian: Håkon den gode) and Haakon Adalsteinfostre (Old Norse: Hákon Aðalsteinsfóstri, Norwegian: Håkon Adalsteinsfostre), was the king of Norway from 934 to 961.
May 16, 2023 · Jonathan, the editor of The Viking Herald, is like any good Viking, a born explorer. Leaving his far and distant land of Australia, he crossed the oceans and seas (albeit in a plane, not a longship) to end up in Oslo, Norway.
Haakon I Adalsteinsfostre was a Norwegian king and one of the most eminent Scandinavian rulers of his time. He fostered the growth of governmental institutions but failed in his attempt to Christianize the lesser Norwegian chieftains.
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Jan 1, 2013 · Hákon the Good. Inspired by his upbringing at the English court, Hákon I – nicknamed ‘Athelstan’s foster-son’ – strove to make Norway more like his mentor’s realm, a well-organised Christian kingdom. His reforms were to have a lasting impact, explains Synnøve Veinan Hellerud.
Learn about Haakon the Good, the son of Harald Fairhair who became king of Norway in 935. Find out how he was fostered by the English king Athelstan, how he fought against the Danish sons of Eric Bloodaxe, and how he restored Harald's kingdom in Western Norway.
The Battle of Fitjar at Stord was the last battle in a war between the sons of Eric Bloodaxe and their uncle King Haakon the Good for power over Norway. It also formed part of a contest between Norway and Denmark to control the area of Oslofjord.
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Oct 27, 2023 · "Haakon the Good" is the latest installment in the thrilling 'Vikings of Norway' series, offering an enthralling blend of fast-paced action, epic battles, and vividly real characters within the brutal Viking world. Join Haakon on his epic odyssey and discover how a diplomatic and affable warrior fares in the savage Viking landscape.
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