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Erik the Red

Erik the Red was a viking explorer. According to folklore, he discovered Greenland and founded the first Norse settlement there. He is said to have been named for his fiery red hair and beard.

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Was Eric the Red related to Ragnar Lothbrok?

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There is no direct historical evidence or widely accepted historical accounts that suggest a direct familial relationship between Eric the Red and Ragnar Lothbrok. Eric the Red, also known as Erik Thorvaldsson, was a Norse explorer and the founder of the first Norse settlement in Greenland during the Viking Age. His family background and lineage are documented in the sagas, and he is primarily associated with Greenlandic and Icelandic history.

Ragnar Lothbrok, on the other hand, is a legendary figure from Norse sagas and poetry. The historical existence of Ragnar Lothbrok as a real person is debated among scholars, and many aspects of his life are considered more mythical than historical. While both Eric the Red and Ragnar Lothbrok are significant figures in Viking history and legend, there is no solid historical connection or familial relationship established between them in the available historical records.

Who murdered Eric the Red?

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One man that Eric the Red killed was because the man refused to return Eric's shovel after borrowing it. So, in return, Eric murdered the man. He also killed a man who killed slaves. Im not sure the names of the men.

Who did Erik the red sail for?

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No one. Just himself.

Name of Erik the Red's fortunate son?

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Leif Ericson, as his father he is called a famous explorer for what his father had found 'Greenland' which makes him the famous son.

How did Erik the red die?

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Erik The Red died because in his land he discovered (greenland) there were a lot of people living there,and he had said it was the perfect plce to live. in about 1001 there was going to be an iceage so they murdered all the cheifs of the island including Erik The Red.

Who did Eric the Red meet on his journey?

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From Iceland.

How old was Erik the red when he died?

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it is said that he possibly could have might have been murdered...maybe.

Did Erik the red fight in wars?

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No. He was an explorer.

Who did Erik the Red Kill?

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He killed two Icelanders named Eyiolf the Foul and Holmgang-Hrafn (Dueling-Raven).

Why was Erik the Red banished from Greenland?

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Erik the reds parents left Norway due to manslaughter along with him, the family settled in Hornstrandir in west Iceland. The Icelanders later sentenced Erik to a three year exile for several murders around the year 982.

As he was exiled he set sail west and found a new land "Greenland".

After marring Thorild he moved to Haukadal (Hawksdale) where he built a farm. When his slaves started a landslide on the neighbouring farm Valthjof. Valthjof's friend, Eyiolf, killed the slaves.

When Thorget borrowed a shovel from Erik and refused to return it Erik stool the shovel back and in a later case killed Thorget. The second case happened when Erik wanted revenge on Valthjof for killing his slaves when they 'accidently started a land slide.' Valthjof murderously punished the slaves. Erik didn't take this kindly and so he killed Valthjof. The Icelanders eventually convicted Erik for these murders and banished him from Iceland. This event lead Erik to a group of followers to travel the lands nearly 500 miles away.

Was Erik the Red banished from Norway or Iceland?

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Iceland. Erik the Red's father was banished from Norway for murdering a man, and Erik the Red was himself banished from Iceland for three years, also for murdering two men.

What is the name of the island that Eric the red found?

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Around 982 he went to Greenland, though he was not the first person to get there. He did bring settlers there in the years that followed that.

When was Erik the Red Married?

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thorhild0

What was the trail Eric the red took?

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he used a ship called the Knarr along with his feet

What did Erik The Red do as a child?

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he farmed

What country did Erik the Red represent?

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he murdered his two neighbours and was then banished out of the Viking society, he then sailed out of iceland, for fear of being killed himself, and found the new land he named Greenland. He built a small town with his family and followers and discovered more and more parts of Greenland. This is why he country is called Greenland.

What kind of tools and food did Erik the red bring on his trip?

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sword, bow and arrow ,axe, armour, spears, helmet and others thing

What were Eric the red accomplishments?

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He explored Greenland, and established two colonies there.

What is Erik the reds reason for exploration?

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He had been banished from Iceland, so he was looking for a new area to colonize.

What challenge did Erik the red face?

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Erik red also liked to drees up like a pony princess!

Why did Erik the red name the land Greenland?

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because Greenland is a big country... the ice is far far away from the coast.. and the land between the ice and the coast is green... very green