Princess Cecilia of Sweden

Swedish princess and consort

Princess Cecilia of Sweden - Swedish princess and consort
Born

November 16th, 1540
484 years ago

Died

1627
398 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sweden

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Born in 1540, a member of the Swedish royal family, Princess Cecilia was the daughter of King Gustav I of Sweden. She married Duke Magnus of Östergötland, which strengthened alliances within the Swedish nobility. Cecilia's life was marked by her status as a princess and consort, fulfilling roles in the court and participating in the cultural and political milieu of the time. Her contributions to the dynastic stability of the Vasa family were significant as Sweden navigated through its formative years.

Married Duke Magnus of Östergötland

Strengthened alliances within Swedish nobility

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