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Reign of Canute VI in Denmark

Type Event Region Denmark Time 1190–1199

In the 1190s, Canute VI (Canute VI) consolidated Danish control over Jutland, Schleswig, and Baltic trade routes, and jointly with Valdemar II advanc…

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  1. 1190–1195Roskilde · DenmarkAt assemblies of vassals in Roskilde and elsewhere, Canute VI strengthened direct rule over Jutland and Zealand, suppressed local separatism, and adjusted church tithes to bolster royal finances.
  2. 1196–1199Estonian coast · EstoniaThe Danish royal house, jointly with Valdemar II, launched expeditions against the Estonian pagans, expanding influence along the eastern Baltic coast and controlling trading ports.

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