Halfdan the Black (Halvdan Svarte), father of Harald Fairhair, was one of Norway’s first great kings — a real historical ruler from the mid-800s. According to Heimskringla, when Halfdan died after falling through the ice on Randsfjorden Lake, his men faced a grim dilemma. The ice cracked under his funeral procession, plunging his body into the freezing water. When they finally recovered him, rival regions each demanded the honor of his burial. The compromise was shocking: Halfdan’s body was divi
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665 reactions · 65 shares | In 872, there was a large battle between Viking kings that took place right here at Hafrsfjord, Norway. King Harald Fairhair won this battle and united Norway under one kingdom. The hilts of these Viking swords were gathered from different parts of Norway, and the swords themselves represent peace, unity, and freedom. #sverdifjell #vikinghistory #vikingage #viking #vikingsword #vikinglifestyles | Viking Lifestyles | Facebook
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