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Historical Figures from Denmark
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Cnut the Great
995–1035Medieval Period
He conquered England as an outsider, became its most effective king, and according to legend placed his throne at the water's edge to show his lords that even kings can't stop the tide.
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Guthrum
830–890Medieval Period
He invaded England at the head of a Viking army, was defeated, and accepted baptism as part of the peace terms — with his conqueror, Alfred, standing as his godfather.
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