1562 in Sweden
Sweden-related events during the year of 1562
Years in Sweden: | 1559 1560 1561 1562 1563 1564 1565 |
Centuries: | 15th century · 16th century · 17th century |
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Years: | 1559 1560 1561 1562 1563 1564 1565 |
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Events from the year 1562 in Sweden
Incumbents
Events
- 2 June - Swedish troops conquer Pärnu.
- 4 October - The wedding between Prince John and Catherine Jagiellon causes a conflict between the king and his brother due to a bet on which brother would marry her, because they believed she was homely.
- Summer - Swedish troops conquer Paide.
Births
- Lucretia Magnusdotter (Gyllenhielm),royal daughter (born 1562, died 1624)
Deaths
References
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