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  1. King of Denmark 1839-48. He was unpopular
  2. because of his opposition to reform. His
  3. attempt to encourage the Danish language and
  4. culture in Schleswig and Holstein led to an
  5. insurrection there shortly after his death.
  6. He was succeeded by Frederick VII.
  7.