User talk:Wilhelm meis

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[edit] Eric of Pomerania

Thank you, Wilhelm Meis, for reverting to my earlier version concerning the dexter base of Eric's union arms. But why have you deleted my comment regarding the three crowns dexter chief? They were of course the newer Swedish arms, probably introduced already during the reign of king Magnus VII Eriksson of Sweden and Norway, king also of Scania 1332-1360. However, they were a symbol of the Kalmar Union as well, and used as such in the sigillum ad causas of Margaret, possibly also by Eric of Pomerania. See the seal depicted in the article on the Kalmar Union. Since Sweden is already represented in Eric's union arms by the Folkung lion, the three crowns might in this context rather be interpreted as an allusion to the Union.

One other thing: You have also reverted to an earlier version proclaiming Margaret as queen of Denmark. She was in fact never queen of Denmark, although her title is sometimes given as "queen regnant" in English translations. The Danish article on Margaret states unequivocally: "Margrete har aldrig været dronning af Danmark, da en kvinde kun kunne være "fuldmægtig frue og husbonde og Danmarks riges formynder". Ihvertfald indtil sønnen, hendes mindreårige søn Oluf, kunne blive konge. Så mens Oluf var mindreårig, var hun hans formynder og regerede på hans vegne. Da Oluf døde i 1387, valgte Rigsrådet Margrete til regent...". But she was definitely queen of Norway from her marriage in 1363 to king Håkon VI Magnusson until his death in 1380. And she was even queen of Sweden for two years, until Håkon was deposed from the Swedish throne i 1362. But never queen of Denmark. I trust that you will agree to the reversion that I am about to do. Roede (talk) 12:04, 11 January 2008 (UTC)

Erik av Pommern, Tre Kronor, Margrete
Regarding the use of the three crowns, I maintain that there is compelling evidence to suggest that the three crowns originated as a Swedish symbol, possibly representing the triple reign of Albrecht, predating the Kalmar Union, but I do concede that there is some controversy regarding whether its use in Erik's seal is representative of Sweden or of the Kalmar Union. Regarding Margrete, I have found encyclopedic sources online and in print that agree that Margrete was elected sovereign ruler of Sweden by the Riksdag in 1388, but ruled Denmark (from 1375) and Norway (from 1388) only as Regent. Therefor, I contend that if it is erroneous to call her Margaret of Denmark, it is also erroneous to call her Margaret of Norway. It may be most correct to call her Margaret of Sweden, although she is widely called (in English) "Margaret, Queen of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden". If we are to stay in keeping with common usage, perhaps we should amend the page to say "Margaret, Queen of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden". Wilhelm meis (talk) 20:03, 14 January 2008 (UTC)
Again: She became queen of Norway upon her marriage in 1363 to king Håkon VI Magnusson. And queen of Sweden as well, until Håkon was deposed - but she may still have claimed that title, as Håkon never gave up his claim to the throne of Sweden. In 1371, he unsuccessfully invaded Sweden to regain his eastern kingdom. After his death in 1380, Margrete would still be queen dowager of Norway. Her only uncontested royal title is queen of Norway, and we should stick to that in the context we are discussing. Another matter is that she is commonly referred to as "Queen Margaret/Margrete/Margreta" by modern historians in Scandinavia and elsewhere, as you quite correctly maintain. And posthumously she was officially recognized as queen of Denmark when the present queen assumed the name of Margrete II. Still. for the sake of consistency, we should not contradict the English Wikipedia article, which begins thus: "Margaret Valdemarsdatter (Norwegian: Margrete Valdemarsdotter) (1353 - October 28, 1412) was Queen of Norway, Regent of Denmark and Sweden, and founder of the Kalmar Union which joined the Scandinavian countries for over a century." Roede (talk) 09:14, 15 January 2008 (UTC)

[edit] Tafl games

I replied to your message on my talk page, but for future comments I will put them on the article's talk page. --Craw-daddy | T | 22:30, 1 April 2008 (UTC)

I have put out some requests for feedback on the Tafl games article, and I would appreciate any useful feedback from all users. For reference, here is the article as it was before I started working on it in December. Wilhelm meis (talk) 17:19, 8 April 2008 (UTC)

The article is looking good! The lead reads well, though I'll massage it a little to some of my style preferences, noting why as I go. I don't want to change your prose too much, I like the concise energy of it. Great sourced, objective informative text, appropriately illustrated. This is very close to GA already, perhaps expansion is possible and the FA process appropriate. Copy edit and more feedback to come. Thank you for this article! Alastair Haines (talk) 21:56, 8 April 2008 (UTC)

That's good news, I'm glad to see I've done some good with it. Thanks for the feedback. Wilhelm meis (talk) 22:39, 8 April 2008 (UTC)

I've recieved your message and will review it over the next couple of days. Initial thoughts are good, but I'll need to set some time aside to go over the detail. Hope this helps!--Gazimoff (talk) 12:24, 10 April 2008 (UTC)

There's an interesting page with pictures of extant gaming pieces here. Wilhelm meis (talk) 23:37, 16 April 2008 (UTC)

Hi Wilhelm! Yes, I will get back to this article, and review for GA. Please allow me about 24 hours from the time of this note. If I have not kept my promise at that time, remind me! ;) Alastair Haines (talk) 02:58, 11 May 2008 (UTC)
Ah! A man who knows about heraldry. I dabbled briefly, only long enough to learn coticed, supporters, bezant and a few terms and ideas. Are there significant variations across Europe, or design is similar throughout? Alastair Haines (talk) 00:12, 18 May 2008 (UTC)
User:FilipeS has excellent English that he only rates as "3", but contributes quality text (imo) here at English Wiki. He rates his French at "2", but if it is only half as good as his English, he could probably still help you very well indeed.
I've heard about the Society for Creative Anachronism, sounds fun as well as valuable for research of various kinds. Austrian eagles were everywhere in the Napoleonic era, I've noticed that. The first French Empire adopted the eagle also, probably to avoid the Bourbon lion. Yes, British and French lions are everywhere aren't they. I've noticed cross motifs in Scandinavian shields (and flags of course). Italians seem to have abandoned wolves though! As an Australian, I'm a little curious about any popular themes in commonwealth countries -- Canada, New Zealand and Australia. In Australia, natural flora and fauna feature prominently as supporters, crests and devices on arms issued by the Royal College. Then, Australian arms love the Southern Cross of stars also.
Best wishes with trictrac, I love backgammon. The computer keeps beating me at Hefntafl, but I'll work out how to play eventually. :) Alastair Haines (talk) 00:56, 18 May 2008 (UTC)

Ah yes! I see. Australian coat of arms is covered, but not other heraldry, which exists quite widely because QEII is still Queen of Australia, as she is of Canada. I'm not up to adding this myself, but there will certainly be others down here who are. Thanks for the though Wilhelm. :) Alastair Haines (talk) 04:56, 23 May 2008 (UTC)

Hello. I wouldn't mind trying to help you, but right now I don't have much free time, and I'm not that knowledgeable with French that I'd feel comfortable translating a whole article! I think that would be quite an undertaking even if the article were written in my native language. But I'll take a look at it when I have more time available. Regards. FilipeS (talk) 14:32, 31 May 2008 (UTC)