Halfdan Haraldsson the Black
Norwegian king
About Halfdan Haraldsson the Black
The skald Gudtorm Sindre reconciling king Harald Fairhair with his son Halfdan.
Halfdan Haraldsson or Halfdan the Black was a son of Harald I of Norway by his first wife, Ã…sa, the daughter of Jarl HÃ¥kon Grjotgardsson of Lade. He was made sub-king of the Trondelag by his father, along with his brother Halfdan the White. According to Heimskringla, Halfdan the Black was poisoned, possibly at the behest of his sister in law Gunnhild, Mother of Kings.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Halfdan Haraldsson the Black?
Norwegian king
When was Halfdan Haraldsson the Black born?
Halfdan Haraldsson the Black was born in Trondheim.
When did Halfdan Haraldsson the Black die?
Halfdan Haraldsson the Black died in Trondheim.
Sources & further reading
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