History of Denmark: A Captivating Guide to Danish History
Captivating History
Did you know that one of Europe’s greatest queens, the incredible Margaret I, united Denmark, Sweden, and Norway in the Kalmar Union in the mid-1300s?
For centuries, Denmark “punched above its weight” and was a major player on the European stage. Many know about the Danish Vikings and their voyages of conquest and discovery, but Denmark is more than just those medieval raiders and traders, even though interest in their adventures is at an all-time high today.
Denmark became the first Scandinavian country to convert to Christianity, though this was likely as much to protect themselves from Christian kingdoms to the south and to increase their trade with Christian nations than any love for Christian beliefs.
Denmark has been at peace since WWII, but its position between the North and Baltic Seas makes it an important part of NATO, allowing it to once more “punch above its weight.” But despite its location, Denmark has managed to not only remain at peace but is today ranked as one of the happiest nations on Earth.
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Duration - 3h 16m.
Author - Captivating History.
Narrator - Jason Zenobia.
Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023.
Copyright - © 2022 Captivating History ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Did you know that one of Europe’s greatest queens, the incredible Margaret I, united Denmark, Sweden, and Norway in the Kalmar Union in the mid-1300s? For centuries, Denmark “punched above its weight” and was a major player on the European stage. Many know about the Danish Vikings and their voyages of conquest and discovery, but Denmark is more than just those medieval raiders and traders, even though interest in their adventures is at an all-time high today. Denmark became the first Scandinavian country to convert to Christianity, though this was likely as much to protect themselves from Christian kingdoms to the south and to increase their trade with Christian nations than any love for Christian beliefs. Denmark has been at peace since WWII, but its position between the North and Baltic Seas makes it an important part of NATO, allowing it to once more “punch above its weight.” But despite its location, Denmark has managed to not only remain at peace but is today ranked as one of the happiest nations on Earth. Discover the answer to fascinating questions like the following: Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about the history of Denmark! Duration - 3h 16m. Author - Captivating History. Narrator - Jason Zenobia. Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023. Copyright - © 2022 Captivating History ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:15
Introduction
Duration:00:02:15
Chapter 1 – Before the Vikings
Duration:00:09:51
Chapter 2 – The Nordic Bronze Age
Duration:00:12:23
Chapter 3 – Vikingr
Duration:00:21:48
Chapter 4 – Christianity
Duration:00:07:33
Chapter 5 – Margaret, Queen of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden
Duration:00:13:40
Chapter 6 – Christian II
Duration:00:11:13
Chapter 7 – The Protestant Reformation in Denmark
Duration:00:23:46
Chapter 8 – Christian IV
Duration:00:11:40
Chapter 9 – Danish Life and Changes in It, From Top to Bottom (1700–1814)
Duration:00:20:32
Chapter 10 – Napoleon and the Aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars
Duration:00:15:56
Chapter 11 – The Second Schleswig-Holstein War
Duration:00:08:36
Chapter 12 – The Twentieth Century to WWII
Duration:00:20:34
Chapter 13 – World War II
Duration:00:11:49
Conclusion
Duration:00:04:41
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:24