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Housecarls at Hastings: Why Viking Age Elite Laid Down Their …
Mar 26, 2018 · Generally, the punishment for killing another housecarl was exile or death, while treason was, naturally, punishable by death and confiscation of property. In return for their service, Cnut provided his housecarls with board, lodging, entertainment and a monthly salary.