Magnus II of Sweden facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Magnus II |
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| King of Sweden | |
| Reign | 1160–61 |
| Predecessor | Eric IX |
| Successor | Charles VII |
| Died | 1161 Örebro, Sweden |
| Spouse | Bridget Haraldsdotter |
| House | Estridsen |
| Father | Henrik Skadelår |
| Mother | Ingrid Ragnvaldsdotter |
Magnus II (born around 1130 – died 1161) was a Danish noble who became king of Sweden between 1160 and 1161. People often remember him as a king who took the throne by force, rather than by rightful inheritance.
Who Was Magnus II?
Magnus's mother was Ingrid Ragvaldsdotter. She was the granddaughter of King Inge I of Sweden. His father was Henrik Skatelår, a Danish lord. Henrik was related to the Danish king Sweyn II of Denmark.
After his father died, Magnus's mother Ingrid married three more times. This meant Magnus had family connections to the royal families of Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. He married his stepsister, Bridget Haraldsdotter. She was the daughter of Harald Gille, who was once King of Norway.
Becoming King
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At this time, many people wanted to be king of Sweden, and the throne was often fought over. In 1156, it is said that Magnus was involved in the death of King Sverker I of Sweden.
A few years later, in 1160, Magnus was also involved in the death of King Eric IX of Sweden. Eric was later known as Eric the Saint. This happened when Eric was leaving a church near Uppsala.
After these events, Magnus became king over most of Sweden. However, another person, Karl Sverkersson, ruled a part of Sweden called Östergötland. Magnus was recognized as king in Västergötland. He made his brother Ragnvald a powerful leader called a jarl. He also helped his half-brother Orm.
The End of His Reign
Magnus was king for only about one year. Some stories say that people were unhappy with how Magnus became king. This led to a rebellion against him.
Another historical account says that Magnus died in a battle against Karl Sverkersson. Magnus had also planned to take Karl's land. This battle happened in Örebro in 1161.
After Magnus died, Karl Sverkersson became King Charles VII of Sweden. Magnus's wife, Queen Bridget, later married another powerful leader. She became an ancestor of an important Swedish noble family.
See also
In Spanish: Magnus Henriksen para niños
