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872 in Norway

Explore 2 historical events and records for Norway in 872.

Historical records for Norway in 872

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Battle of Stavanger

Harald Fairhair · Stavanger · Warfare / Civil War

Defeats his opponents & proclaims himself King

Succession

Harald Fairhair · House / House of Westfold

Succeeds as King of Norway, unites a country ruled by local Chieftains

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