Sigurd Slembi
Norwegian pretender to throne
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Sigurd Slembi was a Norwegian pretender to the throne during a period of civil wars in the 12th century. He claimed to be a son of King Magnus III Barefoot. In 1136, Sigurd assassinated King Harald IV, who had previously maimed and blinded Magnus IV. Sigurd then attempted to place Magnus IV on the throne, hoping to gain support for his own claim. However, Sigurd Slembi could not secure enough backing for his claim and was ultimately defeated. Magnus IV, with whom Sigurd had allied, was killed in battle in 1139.12
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