Historical Events tagged with "valdemar II"
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Military & Warfare
Danish Victory Establishes Duchy of Estonia
June 15th, 1219 805 years ago
The Battle of Lindanise was a pivotal confrontation between the forces of Denmark and the Estonian tribes. In 1219, King Valdemar II of Denmark led his army to a decisive victory, solidifying control over modern-day Tallinn. This battle marked a significant expansion of Danish influence in the region, leading to the establishment of the Danish Duchy of Estonia, which would serve as a crucial foothold for further Christianization and colonization efforts.
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