Lagertha

Illustration

Emma Groeneveld
by Morris Meredith Williams (1881-1973)
published on 01 November 2018
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Artist's rendition of Lagertha, a legendary Viking shieldmaiden known from Saxo Grammaticus’ early 13th-century CE Gesta Danorum. In this work, written in Latin and concerning Danish history, she is the first wife of Ragnar Lothbrok, a legendary Viking king said to have lived during the 9th century CE. Brave and skilled, Lagertha is twice responsible for ensuring victory for Ragnar in battle.

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(1881-1973), M. M. W. (2018, November 01). Lagertha. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/9400/lagertha/

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