Half-Arsed History

QAH Episode 13: Harald Bluetooth, the Viking King

Jul 5, 2023
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Harald Bluetooth
Harald Bluetooth, a famed Viking King, unified Denmark, conquered Norway and the Holy Roman Empire. Explore his reign, military conquests, and conversion to Christianity. Learn about power struggles, betrayals, and his son's rebellion. Discover the origin of the Bluetooth name from his distinctive rotten tooth.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Harold Bluetooth's Reign and Conquests in Denmark and Norway
01:57 • 4min
3
Power Struggles and Betrayals: Harold Bluetooth's Intrigues and Conflicts
06:06 • 4min
4
The Fall of Harold Bluetooth and the Rebellion of His Son
10:04 • 2min
5
Origin of the Bluetooth Name Explained with Viking King Reference
11:57 • 2min