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Ogier the Dane is a legendary warrior associated with Charlemagne's court in medieval French epic and later Danish tradition. Known in French as Ogier le Danois, he appears as a formidable knight who at times rebels against imperial authority and carries a sword commonly called Cortain or Curtana. Danish folklore also places him asleep beneath Kronborg Castle, ready to awaken if Denmark faces grave danger, making him a national protective figure as well as a Carolingian hero.
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What sword does Ogier the Dane carry?
In medieval French epics, Ogier the Dane carries a legendary sword commonly called Cortain, or Courtain. It is said to have been forged by the legendary smith Wayland the Smith.
Who is Ogier the Dane in Charlemagne's court?
Ogier, known in French as Ogier le Danois, is a formidable knight and paladin associated with Charlemagne's court. He stars in the medieval Chanson de geste and is known for occasionally rebelling against imperial authority.
Does Ogier the Dane appear in Danish folklore?
Yes, while originating in French epic poetry, he became a massive figure in later Danish tradition. In Denmark, he is known as Holger Danske and is famously said to sleep in the basement of Kronborg Castle until Denmark is in peril.
Why does Ogier the Dane rebel against Charlemagne?
In the epic poems, Ogier is forced into a fierce rebellion against Charlemagne over a dispute regarding justice. Charlemagne's refusal to punish his own son, who murdered Ogier's son, pushes the Danish knight to declare war.
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