The greatest events in Danish History

Some of the biggest events in Danish history include:

1. Viking Invasions (8th - 11th century): The Vikings were a seafaring and warrior people who made a huge impact on the history of Denmark. Moving from Scandinavia, they invaded different parts of Europe and established trade networks, building a vast empire.

2. King Harald Bluetooth's conversion to Christianity (10th century): King Harald Bluetooth of Denmark was the first Viking king to accept Christianity. This is considered the beginning of the Christianization of Denmark and led to the construction of many churches and monasteries in the country.

3. Kalmar Union (1397): The Kalmar Union, a union between Denmark, Sweden and Norway, was founded. This union strengthened the political and economic power of Northern Europe, but dissolved in the 16th century.

4. Protestant Reformation (16th century): Martin Luther's reform movement spread to Denmark and a religious reform against the Catholic Church began in the country. King Christian III closed the Catholic Church in 1536 and made Protestantism the official religion in Denmark.

5. Napoleonic Wars (19th century): Denmark was invaded by the French Empire led by Napoleon Bonaparte. In 1807, the British navy bombarded Copenhagen, destroying Denmark's navy and weakening the country.

6. World War II (1939-1945): Denmark was occupied by Nazi Germany in 1940. The occupation resulted in the deportation of a large portion of Denmark's Jewish population to Nazi concentration camps. However, the Danish people showed resistance to save the lives of their Jewish citizens by not handing them over to the Germans.

7. Accession to the European Union (1973): Denmark joined the European Economic Community (currently the European Union) in 1973. This was an important step for the country to officially join European integration and trade and economic cooperation. These events are important turning points that affected Denmark's history and left deep marks on the country's culture, politics and society.