Harold Harefoot

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1015 – 1040

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Who was Harold Harefoot?

Harold Harefoot or Harold I was King of England from 1035 to 1040. His cognomen "Harefoot" referred to his speed, and the skill of his huntsmanship. He was the younger son of Cnut the Great, king of England, Denmark, and Norway by his first wife, Ælfgifu of Northampton.

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Born
Jan 1, 1015
England
Also known as
  • 飞毛腿哈罗德
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Died
Mar 17, 1040
Oxford
Resting place
St Clement Danes

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on July 23, 2013

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