Beinir Sigmundsson
Ruler of half of the Faroe Islands
About Beinir Sigmundsson
Beinir Sigmundsson was a Danish.
Beinir Sigmundsson (10th century – c. 970) was a chieftain in the Faroe Islands.
Beinir was the son of Sigmund the Elder. He was from Skúvoy. He ruled over half the archipelago along with his brother Brestir Sigmundsson. Together with Tóra he had the child Tóri Beinisson. Beinir and his brother were eventually murdered in 970 by rival chieftains Svínoyar-Bjarni and Havgrímur when they stayed at a farm on the island Stóra Dímun.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Beinir Sigmundsson?
Ruler of half of the Faroe Islands
When was Beinir Sigmundsson born?
Beinir Sigmundsson was born in Skúvoy.
When did Beinir Sigmundsson die?
Beinir Sigmundsson died in Stóra Dímun.
What nationality was Beinir Sigmundsson?
Beinir Sigmundsson was Danish.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Beinir Sigmundsson
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