Fréa
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| Fréa | |
|---|---|
| Rohir | |
| Biographical Information | |
| Position | King of Rohan |
| Birth | T.A. 2570 |
| Rule | T.A. 2645-T.A. 2649 |
| Death | T.A. 2649 |
| Family | |
| Parentage | Aldor |
| Children | Freawine |
| Physical Description | |
| Gender | Male |
| Gallery | Images of Fréa |
Fréa (Third Age 2570 – 2659, aged 89 years) was the fourth of the Kings of Rohan.
History
Fréa the great-grandson of Eorl the Young, and succeeded the long-lived Aldor. He was already seventy-five years old when he came to the throne. His fourteen-year reign is recorded as one of peace and prosperity.[1]
Etymology
The Old English name Fréa is one of the words for "lord". It is also related to the Norse name "Freyr".
References
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, Appendix A, "The House of Eorl"
| Preceded by: Aldor |
4th King of RohanT.A. 2645-T.A. 2649 | Followed by: Freawine |
