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Northumberland

Northumberland was principally inhabited by Northmen and had been held by Lodbrok's sons; many Norwegian place-names existed there, including Grimsby and Haukfliot.

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Northumberland is a region in the Norse historical tradition, principally inhabited by Northmen and formerly held by Lodbrok's sons. Danes and Northmen often plundered there, and many Norwegian place-names existed in the region, including Grimsby and Haukfliot (Heimskringla, Eirik's Departure From The Country).

Northumberland is associated with Eirik Blood-axe and Olaf, both of whom are connected to the region. It is also identified with Valde.