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Harald Fairhair and the contested unification of Norway
The Kingdom of Norway traces its foundation back to the murky depths of the early medieval period, when Harald Fairhair was said to have unified several petty kingdoms into a nation under his iron grip.7 months ago — History -
Harald Fairhair's triumph: Uniting Norway at the Battle of Hafrsfjord
How does the story of modern Norway trace its roots to a Viking battle that may be only semi-legendary?2 years ago — History -
Håkon Grjotgardsson: Viking Age power broker and the first Jarl of Lade
In an era where Harald Fairhair was hellbent on subjugating all the minor kingdoms of Norway under his iron grip, one powerful northern jarl stood in his way. Rather than waging war with Håkon Grjotgardsson, Fairhair negotiated with the man as a true equal. This is his story.2 years ago — History
