Thorstein Eiriksson
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Summary
Thorstein Eiriksson was born on 979[1] in Iceland[2]. He died on 1004[3] in Vinland[4]. He worked as an explorer[5] and conquistador[6]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (646 views/month, #7,245 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Father: Erik the Red[8]
- Mother: Thjodhild Jörundardóttir[9]
- Spouse: Gudrid Thorbjarnardóttir[10]
- Country of citizenship: Icelandic Commonwealth[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Family name: Eiriksson[13]
- Given name: Þórsteinn[14]
- Birth name: Þórsteinn Eiríksson[15]
- Sibling: Thorvald Eiriksson[16], Leif Erikson[17], Freydís Eiríksdóttir[18]
Why It Matters
Thorstein Eiriksson has Wikipedia articles in 8 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[19] He is known by 13 alternative names across languages and contexts.[20]
FAQs
Where was Thorstein Eiriksson born?
Thorstein Eiriksson's place of birth was Iceland[2].
Where did Thorstein Eiriksson die?
Thorstein Eiriksson died in Vinland[4].
Who were Thorstein Eiriksson's parents?
Thorstein Eiriksson's father was Erik the Red[8]. Thorstein Eiriksson's mother was Thjodhild Jörundardóttir[9].
Who was Thorstein Eiriksson married to?
Thorstein Eiriksson's spouses include Gudrid Thorbjarnardóttir[10].
What did Thorstein Eiriksson do for work?
Thorstein Eiriksson worked as an explorer[5] and conquistador[6].