Harald I

Harald I, also known as Harald Fairhair, was the first King of Norway, reigning from around 872 AD. He is credited with unifying various smaller regions into a single kingdom through conquest and political alliances, laying the foundation for modern Norway. His leadership marked the beginning of centralized royal authority in Norway's history. Harald's legacy is significant in Norse tradition and history, symbolizing the emergence of a unified Norwegian identity. His rule helped shape Norway's medieval and national development, and he is often remembered as a pioneering figure in Scandinavian history.