Magnus Henriksson: Biography, Facts and Career
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Magnus Henriksson (Danish: Magnus Henriksen; c. 1130 – 1161), also known as Magnus II, was a Danish lord who ruled as King of Sweden between 1160 and 1161. He was descended from King Inge I of Sweden through his mother, and from Sweyn II of Denmark through his father. According to Saxo Grammaticus, he was involved in the assassination of an earlier king, Sverker the Elder, and the Legend of Saint Erik attributes the killing of his predecessor Erik Jedvardsson (Saint Erik) to him. He was recognized as king only in parts of Sweden before being defeated and killed by Karl Sverkersson at a battle in Örebro in 1161.
Quick facts about Magnus Henriksson
- Full name: Magnus Henriksson
- Born: 1130-01-01
- Nationality: Sweden
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q856159
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Who is Magnus Henriksson?
Magnus Henriksson (Danish: Magnus Henriksen; c. 1130 – 1161), also known as Magnus II, was a Danish lord who ruled as King of Sweden between 1160 and 1161.
What nationality is Magnus Henriksson?
Magnus Henriksson is Sweden.
When was Magnus Henriksson born?
Magnus Henriksson was born on 1130-01-01.
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