Kings (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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When was Harald crowned King of Denmark?
When was Harald crowned King of Denmark?
Harald was crowned in 958 AD after King Gorm's death.
What religious transformation did Harald initiate?
What religious transformation did Harald initiate?
He converted the Danes and Norwegians to Christianity.
What did Harald do to his father's tomb?
What did Harald do to his father's tomb?
He turned it into a Christian place of worship.
Who was Harald's mother and her influence?
Who was Harald's mother and her influence?
Thyra, inclined towards Christianity, influenced Harald.
What major construction did Harald order?
What major construction did Harald order?
He ordered fortifications to defend Denmark.
What are the Jelling stones?
What are the Jelling stones?
Runic inscriptions honoring his parents and Christian conversion.
When did Denmark officially become Christian?
When did Denmark officially become Christian?
Denmark became officially Christian by 965 AD.
Who did Harald support in Norway's territories?
Who did Harald support in Norway's territories?
He aided his nephews against King Hakon in Norway.
What did Rudolf Broby-Johansen call the rune stones?
What did Rudolf Broby-Johansen call the rune stones?
He referred to them as ‘Denmark’s baptismal certificate’.
Which Viking leader accepted Christianity in 878?
Which Viking leader accepted Christianity in 878?
Guthrum accepted Christianity under the Treaty of Wedmore.