Reykjavik, Manitoba

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Reykjavik in Manitoba, Canada was founded in 1883 by Gunnlaugur "Gódi" Úlfsson. He and his faithful companion, Orn "Eagle" Arnaldsson fled their native Iceland after escaping captivity, after having been arrested for murder. They settled with their families in the current region of Reykjavik, Manitoba. They were both farmers and dear friends with the famous poet Stephan G. Stephansson.

In addition, Orn "Eagle" Arnaldsson was also known for his famous dancing skills - mainly in native Icelandic dancing as seen in the epic Egils saga

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