Håndgagne menn

English translation: liegemen / henchmen

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Norwegian term or phrase:Håndgagne menn
English translation:liegemen / henchmen
Entered by: Hallvard Viken

16:36 Apr 4, 2014
Norwegian to English translations [PRO]
Art/Literary - History / Viking history
Norwegian term or phrase: Håndgagne menn
The hird, in Norwegian history, was originally an informal retinue of personal armed companions, hirdmen or housecarls.

The King's hirdmenn are also mentioned as his "håndgangne menn" (not sure if this is synonymous with "våpendragere"). Does anyone know if there's an equivalent to "håndgagne menn" in old English?
Hallvard Viken
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liegemen
Explanation:
An example of "liegemen" in this context is at the first link, at footnote 57. The example sentence is from the second link, from the same source.
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Charles Ek
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liegemen


Explanation:
An example of "liegemen" in this context is at the first link, at footnote 57. The example sentence is from the second link, from the same source.

Example sentence(s):
  • All the men whom the king put in charge of the territories he controlled in Iceland were also royal liegemen. Belonging to the hird was essential for this type of responsibility and favour.

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Henchmen


Explanation:
Another suggestion, in addition to the suggested liegemen. Both terms are mentioned in the dictionary.

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Asker: Thanks! I included your suggestion in the Proz glossary.

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