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Privy Council of Sweden


 

The Swedish Senate: Riksrådet, from 1809 Statsrådet, from 1975 "Regeringen" was and is the principal government institution of Sweden.

Modern Sweden

Following the change of policies upon the death of Gustavus Adolphus in action at Lützen in 1632, the 1634 Constitution of Chancellor Axel Oxenstierna laid the foundation for the administration of modern Sweden. For instance, the subdivision into Län Counties is a legacy from this time.

Related Topics:
Gustavus Adolphus - 1632 - 1634 - Constitution - Axel Oxenstierna - Counties

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From 1634, the Senate was headed by the five Great Officers of the Realm, each leading a branch of government:

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