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Thorleif Raudfeldson

Thorleif Raudfeldson — being in norse tradition.

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Heimskringla

attribution: Thorleif Raudfeldson composed a verse praising Hakon as the bravest earl in Norway, crediting him with slaying nine kings. (Heimskringla > The Chronicle Of The Kings Of Norway > 56. Earl Hakon'S Head.)

""In Norway's land was never known A braver earl than the brave Hakon. At sea, beneath the clear moon's light, No braver man e'er sought to fight. Nine kings to Odin's wide domain Were sent, by Hakon's right hand"

Thorleif Raudfeldson composed a verse praising Hakon as the bravest earl in Norway, crediting him with slaying nine kings. (Heimskringla, Heimskringla > The Chronicle Of The Kings Of Norway > 56. Earl Hakon'S Head.)

""In Norway's land was never known A braver earl than the brave Hakon. At sea, beneath the clear moon's light, No braver man e'er sought to fight. Nine kings to Odin's wide domain Were sent, by Hakon's right hand"