Hemming of Denmark

Quick Facts: Who was Hemming of Denmark?

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Hemming of Denmark

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King of the Danes, reigning in the early 9th century, succeeding his uncle Gudfred.

Born:

800

Died:

812

Century / Era:

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Origins & Early Life

Hemming I (died 812) was a king in Denmark from 810 until his death. He was the successor of King Gudfred, his uncle. Hemming I is mentioned in the Royal Frankish Annals as son to an unnamed brother of Gudfred. Though Gesta Hammaburgensis ecclesiae pontificum by Adam of Bremen considers Hemming and Gudfred to be "patruelis", paternal cousins. Gudfred had several sons who served as co-rulers of the Danes.

Career & Major Achievements

However, they are typically called "sons of Gudfred" without mention of their names or personal histories. The sole exception was Horik I who seems to have survived his siblings and was sole ruler by 827. They can all be considered paternal cousins of Hemming. Another nephew of Gudfred, Reginold, is mentioned in the Royal Frankish Annals. He is also identified as son to an unnamed brother of Gudfred.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

He could be a sibling to Hemming. Assuming Gudfred had more than one sibling, Hemming and Reginold could also be paternal first cousins. Reginold appears in an 808 entry detailing a campaign of Gudfred against the Obotrites. Gudfred reportedly "made two-thirds of the Obodrites tributary. But he lost the best and most battle-tested of his soldiers.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 800: Birth of Hemming of Denmark — King of the Danes, reigning in the early 9th century, succeeding his uncle Gudfred.
2. 812: Passing & Historical Legacy — Hemming of Denmark passed away on 812, leaving an enduring historical legacy.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Hemming of Denmark

True or False: “True or false: Hemming I was the sole ruler of the Danes after the death of King Gudfred.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): False. While Hemming I succeeded Gudfred, the text notes that Gudfred had several sons who served as co-rulers, and Horik I was the sole ruler by 827.

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