Kalmar War- The Northern Wars (Scandinavia History) – The Kalmar War was the war between Denmark-Norway and Sweden in 1611–1613. The war was named the Kalmar War after the battle for Kalmar Castle and Fortress, which was conquered by the Danes. The Kalmar War was mainly fought in Småland and Blekinge. One of the most important reasons for the war was Charles 9’s territorial claim in Finnmark, where he demanded taxes from the same and tried to consolidate a Swedish dominion. In addition, he had brought Gothenburg to the detriment of the Danish revenues from the Øresund toll. Christian 4’s campaign plans included the enlistment of no less than 11,000 Norwegians, both infantry and cavalry, in addition, 1,700 boatmen were discharged to the navy. The Norwegian troops were to take offensive action by invading Sweden
