Battle of Svolder (1000)

Battle of Svolder (Norway vs Denmark & Sweden & Jarls of Lade) took place in 1000 during Viking Age Norway.

Battle facts

Year: 1000
Date: 1000-01-01
Era: Medieval
Conflict: Viking Age Norway
Side A: Norway
Side B: Denmark, Sweden, Jarls of Lade
Commanders (A): Olaf Tryggvason, Einar Tambarskjelve
Commanders (B): Svein Forkbeard, Olaf the Swede, Eirik Hákonarson
Casualties: Heavy, all ships captured (Norway), Reportedly heavy (Denmark & Sweden & Jarls of Lade)
Outcome: Allied victory Partitioning of Norway Backlash against Christianity
Coordinates: 55.750°, 12.750°