Christopher of Bavaria: Biography, Facts and Career
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Christopher of Bavaria (Danish and Norwegian: Christoffer; Swedish: Kristofer; 26 February 1416 – 5/6 January 1448) was King of Denmark (1440–48, as Christopher III), Sweden (1441–48) and Norway (1442–48) during the era of the Kalmar Union. He ruled after the Kalmar Union's King Erik of Pomerania was deposed. Early in his reign he put down two peasant rebellions in Funen and Jutland. He was disliked by the Swedish nobles, as they pointed to his inability to manage harvest failures and to stop Erik's plundering. They also questioned his foreign background.
Quick facts about Christopher of Bavaria
- Full name: Christopher of Bavaria
- Born: 1416-02-26
- Nationality: Holy Roman Empire
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q58056
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Who is Christopher of Bavaria?
Christopher of Bavaria (Danish and Norwegian: Christoffer; Swedish: Kristofer; 26 February 1416 – 5/6 January 1448) was King of Denmark (1440–48, as Christopher III), Sweden (1441–48) and Norway (1442–48) during the era of the Kalmar Union.
What nationality is Christopher of Bavaria?
Christopher of Bavaria is Holy Roman Empire.
When was Christopher of Bavaria born?
Christopher of Bavaria was born on 1416-02-26.
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