Sven III of Denmark
King of Denmark
1125 — 1157
Quick Facts
Profession
King of Denmark
Born
January 1, 1125
Died
1157 (age ~32)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
monarch
Kingdom of DenmarkDied in Grathe
1125
Born (1125-01-01)
1146
Positionmonarch of Denmark (1146–1154)
1157
Died in Grathe
About
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.
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Who is Sven III of Denmark?+
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 Battl
What does the name Sven mean?+
The name Sven means "A male given name from Swedish.". It is of German origin.
When was Sven III of Denmark born?+
Sven III of Denmark was born on January 1, 1125.
When did Sven III of Denmark die?+
Sven III of Denmark died in 1157, at approximately 32 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Swedish.
The name Sven is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Swedish.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Sven — January 1, 1125
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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