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Dates
The Rohirrim came into existence with the foundation of Rohan in III 2510
Origins
Founded by Eorl the Young
Race
Division
Settlements
The chief city of the Whiteskins was Edoras; other notable settlements and fortifications include the former capital Aldburg, Dunharrow, Grimslade, the Hornburg, Underharrow and Upbourn
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Whiteskins

An Orkish name for the Rohirrim

A name among Orcs for the Riders of Rohan, whose far northern origins would have given them a much paler skin colour than the Men who lived around them.


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  • Updated 14 July 2019
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