Frederik VIII King of Denmark Date of Birth: 03.06.1843 Country: Denmark

1. Prince Christian Frederik Vilhelm Carl
2. Heir to the Danish Throne
3. Marriage to Princess Louise of Sweden
4. King of Denmark
5. Death and Legacy

Prince Christian Frederik Vilhelm Carl

Christian Frederik Vilhelm Carl was born in the Yellow Palace in Copenhagen, Denmark, on June 3, 1843. He was the eldest son of King Christian IX and Princess Louise of Hesse-Kassel.

Heir to the Danish Throne

In 1847, Christian's father was elected heir to the Danish throne, making Christian the prince of Denmark. After his confirmation in 1860, he received a military education and attended Oxford University in 1863.

Upon his father's accession to the throne later that year, Christian returned to Denmark as crown prince. He held a seat in the State Council and assisted his father in governing the country.

Marriage to Princess Louise of Sweden

In July 1868, Christian was engaged to Princess Louise of Sweden, the daughter of King Charles XV. The marriage was intended to strengthen relations between Denmark and Sweden. They married in Stockholm on July 28, 1869.

King of Denmark

Christian became King of Denmark on January 29, 1906, after the death of his father. He was known for his liberal views, but his health was failing by the time he ascended to the throne.

Death and Legacy

Christian VIII died on May 14, 1912, while on a trip to Hamburg. His death was due to a sudden heart attack. He was buried in Roskilde Cathedral, and his descendants continue to reign in the royal families of Denmark, Norway, Belgium, and Luxembourg.