Margaret I

Margaret I was born to King Valdemar IV of Denmark and Helvig of Schleswig in Vordingborg, Denmark.

At the age of 10, Margaret was betrothed to Haakon VI of Norway, strengthening ties between Denmark and Norway.

Upon her marriage to Haakon VI, Margaret becomes Duchess of Norway, marking the beginning of her influence in Scandinavian politics.

Margaret gives birth to her only child, Olav IV, who would become King of Denmark and Norway.

After the death of her husband, Haakon VI, Margaret becomes regent for her son, Olav IV, in Norway.

Following the death of her father, King Valdemar IV, Margaret is elected Queen of Denmark, ruling as regent for her son, Olav IV.

Upon the death of Olav IV, Margaret becomes the direct ruler of Norway, consolidating her power in Scandinavia.

Margaret establishes the Kalmar Union, uniting Denmark, Norway, and Sweden under a single monarch, solidifying her influence over Scandinavia.

Margaret appoints her grandnephew, Eric of Pomerania, as her successor, ensuring the continuity of the Kalmar Union.

Margaret faces a rebellion in Sweden, but successfully quells the uprising, maintaining her control over the region.

Eric of Pomerania is formally recognized as King of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, under Margaret's regency.

Margaret signs a treaty with the Hanseatic League, securing trade and political relations with the powerful trading alliance.

In her final years, Margaret continues to rule with wisdom and authority, maintaining the stability of the Kalmar Union.

Margaret I dies in Flensburg, Germany, leaving behind a legacy of unity and strong leadership in Scandinavia.