Harald Fairhair (Harald I of Norway)

Harald Fairhair, also known as Harald I of Norway, was a legendary Viking-era king regarded as the first king to unite Norway around the late 9th and early 10th centuries. According to sagas, he unified many small regional chieftains into a single kingdom through conquest and alliance. His reign marked the beginning of a more centralized Norwegian monarchy, laying the foundation for the nation’s future. While some details blend history and legend, Harald’s legacy lies in his role as a unifier who helped shape Norway’s early medieval identity.