Olaf I of Denmark: Biography, Facts and Career
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Olaf I (Danish: Oluf; c. 1050 – 18 August 1095), nicknamed Olaf Hunger, was king of Denmark from 1086 to 1095, following the death of his brother Canute IV the Holy. He was a son of king Sweyn II Estridsson, and the third of Sweyn's sons to rule. He married Ingegard, the daughter of Harald Hardråde, but did not have any sons. He was succeeded by his brother Eric the Good.
Quick facts about Olaf I of Denmark
- Full name: Olaf I of Denmark
- Born: 1050-01-01
- Nationality: Kingdom of Denmark
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q266495
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Who is Olaf I of Denmark?
Olaf I (Danish: Oluf; c. 1050 – 18 August 1095), nicknamed Olaf Hunger, was king of Denmark from 1086 to 1095, following the death of his brother Canute IV the Holy.
What nationality is Olaf I of Denmark?
Olaf I of Denmark is Kingdom of Denmark.
When was Olaf I of Denmark born?
Olaf I of Denmark was born on 1050-01-01.
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