About Algaut
Born 639. Algaut was a monarch.
Algaut (or Algöt) was a Geatish king who ruled West Götaland according to the Heimskringla. Snorri Sturluson relates that he was burnt to death by his son-in-law, the Swedish king Ingjald Ill-ruler.
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Who was Algaut?
semi-legendary king of the Geats
When was Algaut born?
Algaut was born in 639.
What was Algaut's occupation?
Algaut was a monarch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Algaut. https://biography.guide/algaut/
MLA: "Algaut." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/algaut/.
Chicago: "Algaut." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/algaut/.
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