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Stephen I

Type Figure Region Hungary Time 975–1038 Also known as Saint Stephen

Stephen I (975–1038) was Hungary's first king, crowned around 1000 with papal recognition, completing Hungary's Christianization and state-building.…

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  1. 997–1000Esztergom · HungaryStephen defeated his uncle Koppány in 997 and established his rule, then promoted nationwide conversion to Christianity, laying the religious and political groundwork for his royal coronation.
  2. 1000–1038Székesfehérvár · HungaryAfter being crowned with papal recognition, Stephen established a church hierarchy and secular administrative system, compiled decrees, and maintained diplomacy with the Holy Roman Empire, Poland, and others; he died in 1038, leaving a kingdom framework of partitioned succession.

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