Bjorn Zheleznoboky: the image in the TV series "Vikings" and historical facts

Scandinavian sagas about wise kings, warlike tribes of the Vikings, a harsh but extremely beautiful northern nature, great battles and long voyages fascinate not only historians and local historians. Interest is fueled in large part by films and serials. One of them is the Vikings, which premiered in March 2013.

About the show

The historical and dramatic saga of the legendary Viking leader Ragnar Lodbroke won millions of fans from the first series, and 3 years later the series was renewed now for the fifth season. One of the key characters of the tape is the half-legendary Swedish king, who lived in the 9th century, Bjorn Zheleznoboky. The series "Vikings" is based on sagas about the ravaging raids of Scandinavian tribes on the territory of present-day Britain. The existence of the main characters, although considered historical, is being questioned. Reliable sources confirming the reality of Ragnar, his wife Lagerta - no. The family of the great leader is known by the legends and folklore. However, it is he who is credited with seizing Paris after the attack on France in 845.

Björn Zheleznoboky: historical information

The semi-legendary king of Sweden ruled in the ninth century. The son of Ragnar Lodbrok from his second wife Aslaug is considered the founder of the dynasty of the kings of Munsieu. He had two sons: Refil and Eric Bjørnson, the latter became the successor and the subsequent king of Sweden. Information about another offspring can be obtained from the work "The Saga of Nyala," which mentions Khroald. His descendants settled in Iceland and became the founders of one of the most notable clans.

If you believe the legends, then Ragnar Lodbrok is a descendant of the most important Scandinavian God - Odin. It is not surprising that Bjorn Zheleznoboky inherited from him a militant character and a thirst for travel, adventure and travel. According to contradictory historical data, he reached Gibraltar in 859, flew with a raid along the coast of Morocco, after which he completed his campaign by plundering Provence and Valencia. It is assumed that the burial place of the legendary king is a hill (mound), located on the island of Munsyo on Lake Mälaren in Sweden. A similar hypothesis was put forward after the discovery on the top of a stone with runic letters.

According to another legend, Bjorn Zheleznoboky got his nickname thanks to the amazing invulnerability from cold weapons. This gift was acquired and obtained as a result of the spell that his mother read.

Brothers of the King

Queen Aslaug (the third wife) gave birth to Ragnar Lodbrock on the historical data of four sons. The eldest of them is Ivars the Bessous. It was he, along with his brothers, who was at the head of the famous pagan army that invaded England in 865. After another couple of years he killed King Ella II, who executed their father. What does the epithet "boneless" historians mean is unambiguously difficult to say. It is assumed that either he was remarkable for his agility and flexibility, or was struck by some disease. Ivar ruled England until his old age. Bjorn Zheleznoboky is the second oldest son. After him, born Khvitserk - the legendary ruler of Russia. The fourth son of Ragnar from Aslaug was born with a special note in the eye of "the snake that bites his tail", and therefore he was given the nickname Snakehead.

The image in the series

First of all, one should note a historical inaccuracy. In the series "Vikings" Bjorn appears before the viewer as the only son of Lagerta and Ragnar, although, as already mentioned, his mother is Queen Aslaug. In the saga, the character is one of the main characters. And if in the first season he appears sporadically, then in the rest with enviable constancy. After the divorce of Ragnar and Lagerta, he remains on the plot with his mother, helping her in everything. After years, already matured, he returns to his father and until the last accompanies him in all campaigns. Bjorn Zheleznoboky, whose wife is unknown to historians, makes a family in the series. His lover is the slave of Torun. The role went to a young actress and a model of French origin, Jaye Weiss (pictured above). In her moneybox, she participated in very large projects, including the series "Maria - Queen of Scotland", as well as episodes in the film "Hercules: The Beginning of the Legend".

Björn Ironbeard: The Actor

The role of the eldest son (in the plot) Ragnar in the children's period in the series was performed by Nathan O'Toole (on the fluorine photo). A seventeen-year-old actor from Ireland and, in addition to participating in the Vikings project, is known for his role as Vincento in Borgia.

The role of an adult Bjorn Zheleznoboky was approved by Canadian actor Alexander Ludwig. He comes from Vancouver, from the family of a businessman and manager. His professional career began in 9 years with participation in the project of toys of the series "Harry Potter". One of his most famous works in addition to the series - the film "Witch Mountain" about teens who have paranormal abilities. However, the fame and love of the fans he still brought another character - Bjorn Zheleznoboky (photo). His acting talent and bright appearance became a decoration of the project.