Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden
Swedish King, abdicated in 1809
Ruled as King of Sweden from 1792 until 1809. Abdicated following military defeats during the Finnish War, which weakened Sweden's position. Sought asylum in various European countries after abdication, spending much of his life in exile. Lived the remainder of life in Germany, where the former king died in 1837.
Ruled Sweden from 1792 to 1809
Abdicated due to military failures
Spent life in exile after abdication
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