FestivalOlsok - in memory of Norway's patron saint
Wednesday, 08 September 2010 06:29
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Today, July 29th is Olsok in Norway, marking the day in 1030 when Viking king Olav was killed at the battle of Stiklestad. King Olav Haraldsson (995 – 1030) is credited with converting Norway to Christianity.
The St. Olav Wirral Walk will take place in the UK on Saturday July 31st. St. Olav, the “Viking Saint” is the Patron Saint of Scandinavia, and the walk celebrates St. Olav’s day.
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