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Swedish Empire
In the 17th century Sweden became a great power controlling most of the Baltic coast, especially after its role in the Thirty Years' War. Defeat by Russia in the Great Northern War ended this era in 1721.
Key facts
| Dates | 1611 – 1721 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Stockholm |
| Religion(s) | Lutheran Christianity |
| Peak extent | ≈ 0.99 million km² (c. 1700 CE) – source |
Before & after
Preceded by
Kalmar Union Terra Mariana (Medieval Livonia)
Followed by
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.