Gustav Eriksson rises against Danish rule in Sweden

Historical Context Note

Litencyc Editors (Independent Scholar - Europe)
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The capture of Vasteras, a city in central Sweden, marks the start of the rising of Gustaf Eriksson (Gustavus Vasa) in Sweden against Danish rule. This victory is then consolidated by the surrender of Upsala to the rebels.

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Citation: Editors, Litencyc. "Gustav Eriksson rises against Danish rule in Sweden". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 01 November 2010 [https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=14272, accessed 18 April 2024.]

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