Magnus V of Norway
king of Norway
1156 — 1184
Quick Facts
Profession
king of Norway
Born
January 1, 1156
Died
1184 (age ~28)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
king
NorwayBorn in Etne MunicipalityDied in Sognefjord
1156
Born in Etne Municipality (1156-01-01)
1163
PositionMonarch of Norway (1163–1184)
1184
Died in Sognefjord
About
Magnus Erlingsson, also known as Magnus V, was a king of Norway during the civil war era in Norway. He helped to establish primogeniture in royal succession in Norway. King Magnus was killed in the Battle of Fimreite in 1184 against the forces of Sverre Sigurdsson who became King of Norway.
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Who is Magnus V of Norway?+
Magnus Erlingsson, also known as Magnus V, was a king of Norway during the civil war era in Norway. He helped to establish primogeniture in royal succession in Norway. King Magnus was killed in the Battle of Fimreite in 1184 against the forces of Sverre Sigurdsson who became King of Norway.
What does the name Magnus mean?+
The name Magnus means "A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Magnus V of Norway born?+
Magnus V of Norway was born on January 1, 1156.
When did Magnus V of Norway die?+
Magnus V of Norway died in 1184, at approximately 28 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.
The name Magnus is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Magnus — January 1, 1156
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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My grandmother kept your portrait on the wall until the day she died.
— a subject
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
Your reign defined an era. The books don't do it justice.
— a student of history
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