Conversion of Scandinavia

The Conversion of Scandinavia refers to the process during the late 8th to the 12th centuries when the region's pagan Norse societies adopted Christianity. This transformation was influenced by trade, political alliances, and missionary efforts from outside forces, particularly from England and the Holy Roman Empire. Notable figures, such as King Harald Bluetooth of Denmark, played key roles by converting and promoting the new faith. The conversion not only changed religious practices but also significantly impacted culture, law, and governance in Scandinavia, gradually integrating it into the broader European Christian community.