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Christian V of Denmark (15 April 1646 – 25 August 1699) was a [[King]] of [[Denmark]] and [[Norway]], reigning from 1670 until his death in 1699. He was the son of [[Frederick III of Denmark]] and [[Sophie Amalie of Brunswick-Lüneburg]]. Christian V was the first monarch of the [[House of Oldenburg]] to inherit the throne of Denmark as an absolute monarch, following the constitutional change that came into effect with the death of his father. His reign was marked by the introduction of the Danish Law in 1683, which was a significant legal reform that unified the kingdom's laws and is considered a milestone in Danish legal history.

==Early Life==
Christian V was born in [[Flensburg]], in the duchy of [[Schleswig]]. He was educated by private tutors and showed an early interest in military affairs. His upbringing was marked by the strict discipline of his father, which influenced his later life and reign.

==Reign==
Upon ascending to the throne in 1670, Christian V continued the policies of his father, including the maintenance of absolute monarchy and the promotion of [[Lutheranism]] as the state religion. One of his most significant acts was the introduction of the Danish Law (Danske Lov) in 1683, which replaced the varied provincial laws with a single, unified legal code for the entire kingdom. This law remained in effect until the mid-19th century and is considered a cornerstone of Danish legal history.

Christian V also engaged in several wars, most notably the [[Scanian War]] (1675–1679) against [[Sweden]], which ended inconclusively and resulted in significant military expenses that strained the kingdom's finances. His foreign policies were largely influenced by the desire to regain territories lost to Sweden and to assert Danish dominance in the region.

==Personal Life==
Christian V was married to [[Charlotte Amalie of Hesse-Kassel]], with whom he had eight children. His relationship with his wife and his extramarital affairs, notably with [[Sophie Amalie Moth]], a lady-in-waiting, were well-documented and contributed to the personal scandals that marked his reign.

==Legacy==
Christian V's reign is often viewed through the lens of his legal reforms and the consolidation of absolute monarchy in Denmark. While his military and foreign policies had mixed success, his domestic policies, particularly the introduction of the Danish Law, had a lasting impact on the kingdom. He is remembered as a ruler who strengthened the legal and administrative framework of Denmark, paving the way for future developments in the state's governance.

==Death==
Christian V died on 25 August 1699 and was succeeded by his son, [[Frederick IV of Denmark]]. His death marked the end of an era in Danish history, characterized by the consolidation of royal power and significant legal reforms.

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