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May 9, 2024 · king (1263-1280), Norway. Magnus VI (born 1238, Norway—died May 9, 1280, Bergen, Nor.) was the king of Norway (1263–80) who transformed the nation’s legal system by introducing new national, municipal, and ecclesiastical codes, which also served as a model for many of the Norwegian colonies. His national code was used for more than 400 years.
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4 days ago · The House of Oldenburg is an ancient dynasty of German origin whose members rule or have ruled in Denmark, Iceland, Greece, Norway, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Livonia, Schleswig, Holstein, and Oldenburg. The current King of the United Kingdom and King of Norway are agnatic members of this house, meanwhile the King of Spain and King of ...
May 20, 2024 · Magnus VI Haakonsson 1238–1280 King of Norway: Agnes of Denmark 1249–after 1290: Bernhard II c. 1260 –after 1323 Prince of Anhalt-Bernburg: Valdemar IV d. 1312 Duke of Schleswig: Agnes of Brandenburg c. 1257 –1304: Eric V Klipping 1249–1286 King of Denmark r. 1259–1286: Matilda 1250–1299/1300: Albert III Margrave of Brandenburg ...
May 7, 2024 · According to the Treaty of Perth, which was agreed between Norway and Scotland in 1266, Magnus VI ceded the Hebrides and the Isle of Man to Scotland, whilst Scotland formally recognised Norway's claim to Orkney and the Shetland Isles.
3 days ago · Deposed in favor of Albert and imprisoned until 1371; thereafter lived in exile in Norway. Eric Erik Magnusson: 17 October 1356 – 20 June 1359 (2 years, 8 months and 3 days) Son of Magnus IV. Initially ruled in opposition to his father; became co-ruler following reconciliation in 1359. Beatrice of Bavaria (childless)
May 22, 2024 · Exhibition at Bryggens Museum May 22nd 2024 – April 22nd 2025. In 1274, King Magnus VI Håkonsson presented the Laws of the Land, a legislation for all his kingdom. He was the third ruler in medieval Europe to take on such great legislative work. The Laws of the Land were to be applicable law for over 400 years!
May 15, 2024 · In 1274, King Magnus VI Håkonsson gathered the entire Norwegian kingdom under one law. The drafting of the national law is considered a groundbreaking political and legal work. After Magnus died, he was nicknamed Lagabøte – the law improver.
