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Rise of Birger Jarl

Type Event Region Sweden Time 1198–1202

Around 1200, Birger Brosa, as Sweden's most powerful jarl, dominated military and diplomatic affairs at the court of Sverker II, promoting crusade-st…

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  1. 1200Östergötland · ÖstergötlandBirger Brosa, as jarl, effectively controlled Sweden's military and civil affairs, appointing key officials at the court of Sverker II and coordinating diplomatic relations with Denmark and Norway.
  2. 1199–1202Southwestern Finland · FinlandThe Birger family promoted armed missionary activity and colonization by Sweden into Finland, and tightened control over Baltic trade routes and trading posts on Gotland.

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