The Sainted King Olaf II of Norway | Tyrant & Lawbreaker

Explore the turbulent era of Norway's history as King Olaf II, a descendant of King Harald Fairhair, rises from the chaos to reclaim his legacy. From his early life and raids to his conversion and sainthood, discover the legendary tale of Olaf Haraldsson, the Viking King who became a saint.
00:00:00: Introduction00:02:15: Early Life00:04:45: Raids & Early Battles00:09:18: Olaf & Thorkell Plunder England00:12:56: Olaf Joins King Aethelred00:16:31: The Battle of London Bridge00:22:49: Olaf's Conversion00:26:09: Olaf Arrives in Norway00:29:44: Olaf II King of Norway00:36:07: The Battle of Nesjar00:40:32: Olaf's Conversion of Norway00:45:56: Olaf Kills the Upland Kings00:50:09: The Battle of Helga00:55:03: Canute becomes the King of Norway & Olaf's Exile00:59:15: The Battle of Stiklestad & Death01:03:16: Sainthood & Legacy
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