Medieval era · c. 980 CE

Battle of Fýrisvellir

The Battle of Fýrisvellir was fought in the 980s on the plain called Fýrisvellir, where modern Uppsala is situated, between King Eric the Victorious and an invading force. According to Norse sagas, this force was led by his nephew Styrbjörn the Strong. Eric won the battle, and became known as "the Victorious".

Battle of Fýrisvellir
Battle of Fýrisvellir · Mårten Eskil Winge, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
When
c. 980 CE
Where
Fyrisvellir
Era
Medieval

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