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North Sea Empire
Also known as Anglo-Scandinavian Empire
The North Sea Empire was the personal union of England, Denmark and Norway under the Danish kings Sweyn Forkbeard and his son Cnut the Great. Cnut ruled it mainly from England and kept peace through alliances with the Church. It broke up soon after his death in 1035, ending in 1042.
Key facts
| Dates | 1013 – 1042 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | personal union |
| Capital | Winchester |
| Founder | Sweyn Forkbeard |
| Religion(s) | Christianity, Norse paganism |
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.