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1. www.lifeinnorway.net › saint-olavThe Story of Saint Olav, Norway’s ‘Eternal King’ and Patron ...

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   Sep 11, 2024 · Saint Olav, also known as Olaf II Haraldsson, holds a central place in Norwegian history, culture, and religious life. Let’s dive into the fascinating story. As the eternal king of Norway and its patron saint, Olav's legacy transcends centuries, symbolising the intersection of Viking heritage, Christianisation, and the unification of Norway.

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3. historycooperative.org › norwegian-royal-family-treeNorwegian Royal Family Tree: The Full Lineage of Norway’s ...

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   Aug 26, 2024 · Olav V (1903-1991), born Alexander of Denmark, was the son of Haakon VII and his wife, Maud of Wales. He was given the title Folkekongen during his reign, which translates to “The People’s King.”

4. paganheim.com › blogs › historyFrom Sword to Cross: King Olaf II and the Birth of Christian ...

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   Aug 30, 2024 · King Olaf II died in the Battle of Stiklestad in 1030, fighting against a coalition of Norwegian nobles and Danish forces who opposed his rule. What is the significance of the Battle of Stiklestad in Norwegian history?

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Family_tree_of_Danish_monarchsFamily tree of Danish monarchs - Wikipedia

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   Sep 3, 2024 · King of Denmark r. 986–1014: Thorgil Sprakling: Anund Jacob 1008/1010–c. 1050 King of Sweden: Gunnhildr Sveinsdóttir d. c. 1060: Cnut the Great 985/995–1035 King of Denmark r. 1018–1035: Harald II d. 1018 King of Denmark r. 1014–1018: Estrid Svendsdatter 990 or 997 – between 1057 and 1073: Ulf the Earl Jarl of Orkney d. 1026: Gyda ...

6. www.youtube.com › watchAn important announcement by the royal family of Denmark and ...

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   6 days ago · Copenhagen, Denmark - Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark has announced a significant change within the Royal Family. Effective January 1, 2023, His Royal Highness Prince Joachim's...

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7. www.britannica.com › place › DenmarkMargaret I and the Kalmar Union - Encyclopedia Britannica

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   3 days ago · Denmark - Margaret I, Kalmar Union: Valdemar’s heirs brought the kingdom to its medieval apogee. His youngest and only surviving child, Margaret I (Margrethe I), had married a prince of Sweden, Haakon VI Magnusson, then king of Norway. Their son Olaf (Oluf) was chosen as king of Denmark in 1376.

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   When did Olaf die?

   • Before she could win the crown for him, however, Olaf died in 1387. Margaret was soon acknowledged as regent in Denmark and Norway, and rebellious Swedish nobles, dissatisfied with the rule of Albert of Mecklenburg, hailed her as regent in Sweden as well.

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   Who was the king of Denmark in 1376?

   • His youngest and only surviving child, Margaret I (Margrethe I), had married a prince of Sweden, Haakon VI Magnusson, then king of Norway. Their son Olaf (Oluf) was chosen as king of Denmark in 1376. Margaret, as guardian and regent, followed a policy of peace abroad and strengthening the crown internally.

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   Who was the king of Denmark in 1397?

   • In 1397 at Kalmar, Swed., Margaret oversaw the coronation of Erik as king of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden—thus establishing the Kalmar Union of the three Scandinavian states. Although Erik, known as Erik VII in Danish history, was the titular king, Margaret retained actual power until her death in 1412.

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   What countries did Olaf win the throne of Sweden?

   • This brought not only Norway but also Iceland, the Faroe Islands, and Greenland under the Danish crown. Margaret also pushed Olaf’s claim to the Swedish throne, as he was last in the male line of Swedish kings. Before she could win the crown for him, however, Olaf died in 1387.

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9. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › History_of_DenmarkHistory of Denmark - Wikipedia

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   3 days ago · The history of Denmark as a unified kingdom began in the 8th century, but historic documents describe the geographic area and the people living there—the Danes—as early as 500 AD. These early documents include the writings of Jordanes and Procopius.