Battle of Lake Asunden
The leader of the Swedish resistance to Denmark, Sten Sture, is killed in battle. Christian II defeats a peasant army from Sweden
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1520 in Denmark
Explore 5 historical events and records for Denmark in 1520.
Historical records for Denmark in 1520
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January
March
Succession
Succeeds as King of Sweden
November
Execution
Christian II earns the name, "Christian the Tyrant". 80 Swedish noble are executed after a show trial by Christian II
Siege of Stockholm
80 Swedish noble are executed after a show trial by Christian II
Other events (month unknown)
Capture of Stockholm
Captures Sweden & massacres its nobility in Stockholm
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