Gyrd and Gnupa

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Gyrd and Gnupa were kings of Denmark in the 10th century according to Sweyn II of Denmark and Adam of Bremen. They were the sons of the Swedish chieftain Olof (or Olaf) the Brash who had conquered Denmark and they ruled together according to Swedish tradition.

Gnupa is mentioned on the two Sigtrygg Runestones raised by his wife Asfrid for their son Sigtrygg.

Preceded by
Olof the Brash
King of Denmark Succeeded by
Sigtrygg Gnupasson


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