Charles XIII of Sweden
King of Sweden and Duke of Södermanland
Born
October 7th, 1748
276 years ago
Died
1818
207 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Sweden
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Ascended to the throne in 1809, ruled until 1818. His reign witnessed significant changes in Sweden’s government and military structure. In the early years of his rule, he supported the introduction of the 1809 constitution, which established a parliamentary system. He was also Duke of Södermanland and played a role in the formation of the modern Swedish state. His foreign policy focused on maintaining peace following the Napoleonic Wars, opting for neutrality that positioned Sweden favorably in European politics. Additionally, he established relations with various nations during a transformative period for Sweden.
Established the 1809 constitution
Played a role in Swedish neutrality in wars
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