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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.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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   Mar 11, 2024 · Old Norse: Harald Hárfagri. Born: c. 860. Died: c. 940. 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 ...

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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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   Who founded the Fairhair dynasty?

   • The Fairhair Dynasty is traditionally regarded as the first royal dynasty of the united kingdom of Norway. It was founded by Harald I of Norway, known as Haraldr hinn hárfagri (Harald Fairhair or Finehair), the first King of Norway (as opposed to "in Norway"), who defeated the last resisting petty kings at the Battle of Hafrsfjord in 872.

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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. Ilustration: David Nikel.

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

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   Feb 11, 2024 · Harald Fairhair stands as a towering figure in the annals of Norse history, celebrated both as a legendary hero and a pivotal architect in the unification of Norway. His saga, straddling the realms of history and mythology, chronicles the journey of a determined leader whose ambition and prowess forged a unified nation from a tapestry of ...

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   Nov 29, 2023 · Learn about the legend and reality of Harald Fairhair, the first king of Norway who unified the country in 872. Discover his name origin, his battle with Gandalf, his love for Gyda Eiriksdatter and more.

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   The Fairhair Dynasty is traditionally regarded as the first royal dynasty of the united kingdom of Norway. It was founded by Harald I of Norway, known as Haraldr hinn hárfagri (Harald Fairhair or Finehair), the first King of Norway (as opposed to "in Norway"), who defeated the last resisting petty kings at the Battle of Hafrsfjord in 872.

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

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   Nov 30, 2023 · Harald Fairhair, the Viking king who united Norway, stands as a towering figure in Norwegian history. His legacy is intertwined with the very fabric of the nation, and his name continues to evoke images of power, conquest, and the forging of a united kingdom.

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