Eric XIV succeeds as King of Sweden

Historical Context Note

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On the death of Gustavus I, Eric XIV succeeds as King of Sweden. His rule was dominated by conflict with Denmark in the Scandinavian Seven Years' War from 1563, and his actions become increasingly violent until, in 1568, he was deposed by an alliance of nobles, and his half-brother John III took power.

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Citation: Editors, Litencyc. "Eric XIV succeeds as King of Sweden". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 01 February 2011 [https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=14990, accessed 28 March 2024.]

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