Rollo (Rollo of Normandy)

Rollo was a Viking líder and warrior who led raiding expeditions along the French coast in the early 10th century. Eventually, he negotiated a treaty with the West Frankish king, Charles the Simple, and was granted land in what is now Normandy, France. This land became the foundation for the historical region of Normandy. Rollo is considered a key figure in the Norman conquest, blending Viking culture with local French traditions, and his descendants included the famous Norman rulers, including William the Conqueror. His legacy is significant in shaping medieval European history and the development of Normandy.