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Olaf III

Type Figure Region Norway Time c. 1050–1093 Also known as Olaf the Peaceful

Olaf III (c. 1050–1093), King of Norway, son of Harald Hardrada, was nicknamed "the Peaceful.…

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  1. c. 1067–1080Trondheim · TrøndelagHe co-ruled Norway with his brother Haakon Magnusson; after Haakon's death he ruled alone and began consolidating royal authority and church relations.
  2. 1080–1093Norway · NorwayHe pursued a policy of domestic peace, built churches, codified laws, and reduced foreign warfare, laying a relatively stable internal foundation for the Norwegian kingdom.

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