Day 27 24 August Iceland to Greenland

The first of a few sailing days to Greenland. Just after lunch we passed the site of the bloodiest battle in Icelandic history. Somewhere, about one kilometre behind this settlement of Hausgenes is the battle site.

The Clan of Asbirningar (720) lost to the Clan of Sturnlungar (600) but some distance inland) in the bloodiest battle ever fought in Iceland. It was fought at Haugsnes (pictured). There were 111 fatalities in total, of which 70 were Asbirningar, including their clan leader. This defeat led to the end of Assbirningar power.

 The seas were still a little bumpy but fairly good.