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Niels

Type Figure Region Denmark Time c. 1065–1134 Also known as Niels I of Denmark

Niels (c. 1065–1134), King of Denmark, son of Sweyn II and brother of Eric I; he acceded in 1104 and ruled for nearly thirty years.

Timeline

  1. c. 1065–1104Roskilde · ZealandAs a son of Sweyn II he grew up in the Danish royal family; during the reign of his brother Eric I he served as an important royal family member and took part in court affairs.
  2. 1104–1134Denmark · DenmarkAcceded after his brother's death in 1104, ruled Denmark for nearly thirty years, promoted relations with the Church and the Holy Roman Empire, and was killed in the Battle of Scania in 1134.

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