History of Sweden

The history of Sweden dates back to 9000 BC.

The Swedish Empire: 1648

Main article: Swedish Empire

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By the treaties of Brömsebro, 1645, and Roskilde, 1658, Sweden acquired important provinces of Denmark and Norway. Following the Peace of Westphalia in 1648, Sweden ruled Ingria, in which Saint Petersburg later would be founded, Estonia, Livonia, and important coastal towns and other areas of northern Germany.

Related Topics:
Brömsebro - 1645 - Roskilde - 1658 - Peace of Westphalia - 1648 - Ingria - Saint Petersburg - Estonia - Livonia - Germany

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