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Greenland's history as a Danish territory and why Trump wants it
Denmark colonised Greenland in the 18th century when missionary Hans Egede arrived in 1721, marking the start of the colonial era.
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Reuters - Wed, 07, Jan 2026
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A view shows Old Nuuk in Greenland, February 5, 2025. / REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier
U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed his ambition to take control of Greenland for national security reasons and questioned whether Denmark has any legal right to the Arctic island. The debate has revived scrutiny of how Greenland became part of Denmark, its current self-rule and path to independence, and Washington's military footprint.
HOW DID DENMARK GET GREENLAND?
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