1066
| 1066 • Battle of Stamford Bridge: King Harold Godwinson of England defeats the Vikings under Harald Hardrada and Harold's brother, who became his partner, Tostig Godwinson. |
1157
Age: 91y
| 1157 • Battle of Grathe Heath: A civil war in Denmark ends with the death of King Sweyn III. Valdemar I of Denmark becomes king of all Denmark and restores and rebuilds the country. |