When was Hans, King of Denmark born?

Hans, King of Denmark was born on 2 February 1455 in Aalborg.

What positions has Hans, King of Denmark held?

Positions held by Hans, King of Denmark include: Monarch of Sweden (1497–1501); Monarch of Norway (1483–1513); Monarch of Denmark (1481–1513); Duke of Schleswig; Duke of Holstein.

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Hans, King of Denmark

King of Denmark, Norway and Sweden

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Hans, or sometimes called John, was a Scandinavian monarch who ruled under the Kalmar Union. He was King of Denmark from 1482 to 1513, King of Norway from 1483 to 1513, and King of Sweden from 1497 to 1501. Additionally, from 1482 to 1513, he held the titles of Duke of Schleswig and Holstein, which he governed jointly with his brother, Frederick.

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Born: 2 February 1455 wd
Place of birth: Aalborg wd
Died: 20 February 1513 wd
Place of death: Aalborg wd
Citizenship: Norway, Kingdom of Denmark wd
Occupation: monarch wd
Spouse: Christina of Saxony wd

Positions held wd

Monarch of Sweden (6 October 1497 – 1 August 1501)
Monarch of Norway (1483–1513)
Monarch of Denmark (1481–1513)
Duke of Schleswig
Duke of Holstein

Awards wd

Order of the Elephant
Royal Order of the Seraphim

Questions

When was Hans, King of Denmark born?: Hans, King of Denmark was born on 2 February 1455 in Aalborg.
What positions has Hans, King of Denmark held?: Positions held by Hans, King of Denmark include: Monarch of Sweden (1497–1501); Monarch of Norway (1483–1513); Monarch of Denmark (1481–1513); Duke of Schleswig; Duke of Holstein.

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