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What is the Old Norse name of Sweyn Forkbeard?

  • Harald Harfagri

  • Leif Eriksson

  • Sveinn Haraldsson tjúguskegg

  • Ragnar Sigurdsson

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The Old Norse name of Sweyn Forkbeard is Sveinn Haraldsson tjúguskegg. This name translates to "Sweyn, son of Harald, with the forked beard." Sweyn Forkbeard was a renowned Danish Viking king who ruled in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. His reign marked a significant period in Danish history, characterized by successful military campaigns and the spread of Christianity in Scandinavia.
The Sweyn Forkbeard Saga: Unraveling the Reign of the Viking King

The Sweyn Forkbeard Saga: Unraveling the Reign of the Viking King

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