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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. He was noted for his attempts to introduce Christianity into Norway.
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.
May 16, 2023 · Who was Håkon the Good, Norway's Viking-era king? Jonathan Williamson. Published: 1 year ago. Updated: May 16, 2023 13:42. Whilst his reign may only have lasted just over two decades, Håkon the Good was seen as a nation-builder, a man of peace, and a supporter of the new Christian faith.
The beginning of Hakon's speech was, that he offered himself to. the bondes as king, and desired from them the title of king, and. aid and forces to defend the kingdom. He promised, on the other. hand, to make all the bondes udal-holders, and give every man. udal rights to the land he lived on.
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.
Haakon The Good. Norwegian: Håkon Den Gode. Born: c. 920. Died: c. 961,, Fitjar, Nor. Title / Office: king (946-961), Norway. Haakon I Adalsteinsfostre (born c. 920—died c. 961, Fitjar, Nor.) was a Norwegian king and one of the most eminent Scandinavian rulers of his time.
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Battle and aftermath. 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 .
