Harald Hårfagre

Harald Hårfagre

historical figure Norway

Harald Hårfagre, also known as Harald Fairhair, was a legendary figure in Norwegian history, credited with uniting Norway into a single kingdom in the late 9th century. He is often depicted in sagas as a powerful and ambitious king who sought to consolidate control over the various chieftains and tribes in the region. His reign marked the beginning of the Viking Age, and he is a central figure in the Norse sagas, symbolizing the transition from a collection of small kingdoms to a unified nation. Harald's legacy is celebrated in various cultural references, and he is considered one of the most significant monarchs in Scandinavian history.

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
5,258
Power
391$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Norway 1 5.00 0.10% +0% 5,421,241 5,258 $403,000 391$
Totals 1 5,421,241 5,258 $403,000 391$
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Norway Norway: Harald Hårfagre is known for being cut by someone mentioned in the quiz. 5

Aftenposten: Dagens quiz: lørdag 17. januar 2026