Battle of Svolder

The Battle of Svolder, fought in 1000 AD, was a significant naval conflict in the Baltic Sea during the Viking Age. It involved two main factions: King Olaf Tryggvason of Norway and a coalition of rival kings, including Sweyn Forkbeard of Denmark. The battle arose from power struggles for control of Scandinavia. The coalition defeated Olaf's forces decisively, leading to his death and the end of his reign. This conflict marked a key moment in the political landscape of Northern Europe, influencing the future of Scandinavian kingdoms and their power dynamics.