Magnus Heinason
Faroese naval hero, trader and privateer
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Summary
Magnus Heinason was born on January 1, 1548[1], in Oyndarfjørður[2]. He died on January 18, 1589[3], in Copenhagen[4]. He worked as a privateer[5] and merchant[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (146 views/month, #7,292 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: March 4, 1545[8]
- Father: Heine Havreki[9]
- Mother: Q141584739[10]
- Spouse: Q141654274[11]
- Child: Q141633339[12]
- Country of citizenship: Norway[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Cause of death: decapitation[15]
- Family name: Heinason[16]
- Given name: Magnús[17], Magnus[18]
- Manner of death: capital punishment[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Norwegian[20]
- Sibling: Jógvan Heinason[21]
Why It Matters
Magnus Heinason has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[22] He is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Where was Magnus Heinason born?
Magnus Heinason was born in Oyndarfjørður[2].
Where did Magnus Heinason die?
Magnus Heinason died in Copenhagen[4].
Who were Magnus Heinason's parents?
Magnus Heinason's father was Heine Havreki[9]. Magnus Heinason's mother was Q141584739[10].
Who was Magnus Heinason married to?
Magnus Heinason's spouses include Q141654274[11].