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Harald Hardrada’s life reads like an epic saga — and in just 60 seconds, we’re bringing it to life with 20 cinematic visuals that capture his rise from wounded exile to warrior-king.

Born around 1015 in Norway, Harald fought in battle at just 15 years old, standing beside his half-brother Olaf II at Stiklestad. After being wounded and exiled, his story didn’t end — it began.

He fled east, seeking shelter in Kievan Rus', before becoming a legendary commander in the Byzantine Empire’s elite Varangian Guard. From the burning sands of Sicily to the walls of Constantinople, Harald forged himself into a seasoned and wealthy warrior.

By 1045, he returned to Norway, co-ruled with King Magnus, and soon became Harald III, King of Norway. His reign saw both military glory and political ambition, as he launched raids on Denmark and strengthened the kingdom’s economy. But his eyes were set further — on the crown of England.

In 1066, alongside Tostig Godwinson, Harald invaded northern England. He triumphed at the Battle of Fulford, but just five days later, at Stamford Bridge, his army was ambushed. Harald fell in battle — pierced by an arrow — ending not just a campaign, but the Viking Age itself.

He was buried in Trondheim, remembered as the last great Viking king: a man of blade, ambition, and boundless resolve.

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Timestamps (for YouTube Shorts Chapters):
0:00 — Birth and Battle of Stiklestad
0:14 — Exile to Kievan Rus’
0:17 — Varangian Guard in Byzantium
0:34 — Return to Norway and Rise to King
0:40 — Raids on Denmark
0:46 — Invasion of England
0:48 — Battle of Fulford
0:51 — Death at Stamford Bridge
0:54 — Burial and End of the Viking Age
0:57 — Final Reflections

📚 Sources for History Accuracy:
• The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
• Heimskringla by Snorri Sturluson
• "Harald Hardrada" - Britannica & Wikipedia
• Academic articles on the Varangian Guard and 11th century Norse campaigns

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