Danish Frederik
born Oct. 6, 1808, Amalienborg Castle, Den.
died Nov. 15, 1863, Glücksburg Castle
King of Denmark (1848–63).
After the popular demonstrations of 1848, he appointed a liberal ministry, renounced absolute rule, and adopted a representative government. His policy in Schleswig resulted in the duchy's incorporation into Denmark and war with Austria and Prussia soon after his death (see Schleswig-Holstein Question ). The childless Frederick was succeeded by Christian IX .