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St. George's Night Uprising commences in the Duchy of Estonia.

Historical image related to St. George's Night Uprising commences in the Duchy of Estonia. from April 23, 1343

Saint George's Night Uprising

1343–45 rebellion in Danish-controlled Estonia

Saint George's Night Uprising in 1343–1345 was an unsuccessful attempt by the indigenous Estonian population in the Duchy of Estonia, the Bishopric of Ösel-Wiek, and the insular territories of the State of the Teutonic Order to rid themselves of Danish and German rulers and…
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Duchy of Estonia (1219–1346)

Former dominion of Denmark in Estonia

The Duchy of Estonia, also known as Danish Estonia, was a direct dominion of the King of Denmark from 1219 until 1346 when it was sold to the Teutonic Order and became part of the Ordensstaat.
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