Before King Cnut, the ruler of England was King Edmund II, also known as Edmund Ironside. He reigned briefly in 1016 during a civil war against Cnut, who was a Danish king. Edmund's reign lasted only a few months before he was defeated by Cnut, leading to Cnut's ascension to the English throne.
King Cnut, also known as Canute, ascended the throne on November 30th, 1016. King Cnut has reigned over Denmark, Norway, England and also parts of Sweden for over 18 years. King Cnut died in November 12th, 1035 and was later succeeded by his son.
Well if you mean long before, King Cnut but if you mean straight beffore, Edward the Confessor.
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Harald Hadrarda thought he should be king because king Cnut had been king for ages before him. He also said that Edward had wanted him to be king. this was not necessarily true
Cnut the Great.
Queen Victoria.
Queen cnut
king cnut died in a war
Cnut the Great.
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King Edward VI of England reigned for only six years, from 1547 to 1553. However, if you're referring to a king who reigned for only two years, that would be King Harold II, who reigned in 1066 before his death at the Battle of Hastings. His brief rule is notable in English history due to the significant events that followed.