Eric of Pomerania

King of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Kalmar Union

Eric of Pomerania (1381–1459) was the King of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Kalmar Union. He was born in Darłowo in 1381. He died in Darłowo on 3 May 1459, at the age of 78.

Eric of Pomerania served as Monarch of Norway (1389–1442), monarch of Denmark (1396–1439), Monarch of Sweden (1396–1434) and Monarch of Sweden (1435–1436).

Eric of Pomerania was awarded Knight of the Garter (1405).

Eric of Pomerania was the son of Wartislaw VII, Duke of Pomerania and Maria of Mecklenburg-Schwerin. He married Philippa of England and Cecilia. He had two recorded children, Erik and child1 of Pomerania. He is recorded as following Christianity.

The entry appears in 48 languages, placing Eric of Pomerania among the politics names followed well outside Denmark.

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