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Sweyn III of Denmark

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Sweyn III Grathe was the king of Denmark between 1146 and 1157, in shifting alliances with Canute V and his own cousin Valdemar I. In 1157, the three agreed to a tripartition of Denmark. Sweyn attempted to kill his rivals at the peace banquet, and was subsequently defeated by Valdemar I at the Battle of Grathe Heath and killed.

Quick facts

Born
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Died
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Place of death
Gråhede wd
Citizenship
Kingdom of Denmark wd
Occupation
monarch wd
Spouse
Adela of Meissen wd

Positions held wd

  • Monarch of Denmark (1146–1154)

Questions

When was Sweyn III of Denmark born?
Sweyn III of Denmark was born on 1125.
What positions has Sweyn III of Denmark held?
Positions held by Sweyn III of Denmark include: Monarch of Denmark (1146–1154).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Sweyn III of Denmark · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q381042 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Swen.jpg by Anonymous Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 8 November 2026

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