Gustav VI Adolf of Sweden

Gustav VI Adolf (Oskar Fredrik Wilhelm Olaf Gustav Adolf) (November 11, 1882 – September 15, 1973) was King of Sweden from 1950 until his death. He was the eldest son of King Gustav V. At birth he was created Duke of Sk?ne. On October 29, 1950, he succeeded his father on the throne.

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He married, firstly, Princess Margaret of Connaught on June 15, 1905. Princess Margaret was the daughter of HRH Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught, third son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert of Britain.

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1882: 1882 was a common year starting on Sunday (see link for calendar)....

September 15: September 15 is the 258th day of the year (259th in leap years). There are 107 days remaining....

1973: 1973 was a common year starting on Monday....

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