Henrich Krummedige

Henrich Krummedige
Krummedige owned Ellinge Manor
Borncirca 1464
Died1530 (aged 65–66)
NationalityDanish-Norwegian
Other namesHenrik or Hinrik Krummedike
Occupation(s)Danish National Councilor, Norwegian National Councilor, Fiefholder for various fiefs
Known forNobleman
SpouseAnne Jørgensdatter Rud
ParentHartvig Krummedige

Henrich Krummedige (also recorded as Hinrik, Henrik or Henry with surname variations including Krummedike and Krummendiek), was born circa 1464 in Norway and died in 1530. He was a Danish-Norwegian nobleman and a member of both the Norwegian and Danish National Councils (Rigsråd) and played an extensive role in the politics of the era. He served as commanding officer of the Bohus Fortress in Norway from 1489 to 1503.[1][2]

  1. ^ Benedictow, Ole Jørgen (2007). "Henrik Krummedike". Store norske leksikon (in Norwegian). Oslo: Kunnskapsforlaget. Retrieved 17 April 2009.
  2. ^ Bricka, Carl Frederik (1887–1905). "Henrich Krummedige". Dansk biografisk leksikon (in Danish). Vol. 7. Retrieved 18 April 2009.