Sweyn III of Denmark: Biography, Facts and Career
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Sweyn III Grathe (Danish: Svend III Grathe; c. 1125 – 23 October 1157) 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 about Sweyn III of Denmark
- Full name: Sweyn III of Denmark
- Born: 1125-01-01
- Nationality: Kingdom of Denmark
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q381042
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Who is Sweyn III of Denmark?
Sweyn III Grathe (Danish: Svend III Grathe; c. 1125 – 23 October 1157) was the king of Denmark between 1146 and 1157, in shifting alliances with Canute V and his own cousin Valdemar I.
What nationality is Sweyn III of Denmark?
Sweyn III of Denmark is Kingdom of Denmark.
When was Sweyn III of Denmark born?
Sweyn III of Denmark was born on 1125-01-01.
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