King Knut II (1229-1234)

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Knut Långe ("the Tall"), also known as Canute II, was King of Sweden from 1229 until his death in 1234. He was the father of Holmger Knutsson, a later pretender for the Swedish throne. Both father and son were members of the House of Folkung. He is often identified with Knut Holmgersson, a relative of King Eric XI of Sweden.

More information:

Knut Långe - Wikipedia

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King of Sweden:
Reign: 1229 – 1234
Predecessor: Eric XI
Successor: Eric XI
Died: 1234
Children:
Holmger Knutsson
Philip Knutsson
Names:
Swedish: Knut Långe till Sko; Knut Holmgersson
Father: Holmger

 

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Illustration of Holmger Knutsson

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