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Bolli Bollason

Icelandic Viking warrior · Iceland · On the map · Historical Figures · Born 1004

Bolli Bollason was a key historical character in the Medieval Icelandic Laxdæla saga, born around 1004. He grew up in Orlygsstadir, at Helgafell on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Iceland. He divided his time between Helgafell and Tunga, the home of Snorri the goði.

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He was held in the highest regard among the contemporary Scandinavian rulers, and also in the Eastern Roman Empire. It is believed that he had reached the rank of manglabites in the Eastern Roman army, and on his return to Iceland, his finery and recognition earned him the name "Bolli the Elegant".

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Country
Iceland
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Born 1004