Historical Events tagged with "canute"
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Politics & Government
Canute IV ascends as King of Denmark
April 17th, 1080 944 years ago
Harald III of Denmark passed away, leading to the succession of Canute IV. Known as Canute the Holy, he would later be canonized, marking a notable shift in Denmark's royal lineage and its relationship with the church. His reign would focus on strengthening the kingdom and its Christian roots, impacting Danish society profoundly.
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