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Harold Hardrada is often considered the last great Viking.

As king of Norway, his rule was defined by ambition and military prowess,

traits he bore throughout his early life.

He ruled Norway for 19 years and invaded England in 1066. During this invasion, Harold would

fight in one of the most famous battles in medieval history. It was this battle that determined

the fate of his life and the throne of England.

Well, Harold Hardrata is certainly an illustrious figure in Viking history, one that is

familiar to many listeners tuning in today. You might recall his adventures to Byzantium,

really kind of portraying how interconnected the world was during the Viking age,

at least to the Vikings, whose maritime technology and navigation allowed them to see so much

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