Christian II8 November 1520
Christian II earns the name, "Christian the Tyrant". 80 Swedish noble are executed after a show trial by Christian II
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Christian II earns the name, "Christian the Tyrant". 80 Swedish noble are executed after a show trial by Christian II
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