Rorik I
Danish Viking chieftain
About Rorik I
Born 800. Rorik I was a Danish.
Rorik I (died 844) was a Danish Viking chieftain. Having been expelled from Denmark with his brothers in 814, Rorik raided Friesland and parts of the Carolingian Empire. He was the father of Knut Roriksson, prominent member of the Great Heathen Army.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Rorik I?
Danish Viking chieftain
When was Rorik I born?
Rorik I was born in 800.
What nationality was Rorik I?
Rorik I was Danish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rorik I. https://biography.guide/rorik-i/
MLA: "Rorik I." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rorik-i/.
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