Harthacnut I of Denmark: Biography, Facts and Career
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Harthacnut I or Cnut I (Danish: Hardeknud; Old Norse: Hǫrða-Knútr) was a semi-legendary King of Denmark. The old Norse story Ragnarssona þáttr makes Harthacnut son of the semi-mythic viking chieftain Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye, himself one of the sons of the legendary Ragnar Lodbrok. The saga in turn makes Harthacnut the father of the historical king, Gorm. It has been suggested he is to be identified with the Hardegon of Northmannia whose early-10th century conquest of Denmark was related by Adam of Bremen.
Quick facts about Harthacnut I of Denmark
- Full name: Harthacnut I of Denmark
- Born: 0857-01-01
- Nationality: Kingdom of Denmark
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q442876
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Who is Harthacnut I of Denmark?
Harthacnut I or Cnut I (Danish: Hardeknud; Old Norse: Hǫrða-Knútr) was a semi-legendary King of Denmark.
What nationality is Harthacnut I of Denmark?
Harthacnut I of Denmark is Kingdom of Denmark.
When was Harthacnut I of Denmark born?
Harthacnut I of Denmark was born on 0857-01-01.
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