![]() Saxo Grammaticus records some of her feats, in particular how Lagertha fought a battle for Ragnar Lothbrok, saving him from defeat by leading a flank attack. History Channel’s Vikings series has brought to life another famous shield maiden, Lagertha Lothbrok. But, if you’re fearless enough to chase half-naked after attackers (while pregnant!), doesn’t that deserve honorary shield maiden status? By the way, Freydis came away unscathed. She grabbed a sword, dashed out bare-breasted and partially clothed, going on counter-attack.įreydis never gained the title shield maiden in the Greenland Saga. ![]() While in Vinland, natives attacked the pregnant woman’s home. Leif Ericson’s pregnant half-sister, Freydis, didn’t let pregnancy or being undressed stop her. Some of the women who joined the fray? Einar the Fatbellied, Grette the Evil, and Blig Bignose.Įinar, Grette, and Blig were part of 300 women who showed up for battle, but not to be outdone, history tells of other brave Norsewomen. Medieval historian Saxo Grammitcus and the Norse Hervarar Saga record their rather unique names and feats of fury. Travel past ancient times to the 8 th century and you find 300 shield maidens who fought for Danish King Harold Wartooth against Swedish King Sigurd. ![]()
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