Independent Foreign Policy
Charles avoids dependence on a single great power and preserves Swedish freedom of action.
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1689 in Sweden
Explore 5 historical events and records for Sweden in 1689.
Historical records for Sweden in 1689
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Independent Foreign Policy
Charles avoids dependence on a single great power and preserves Swedish freedom of action.
Neutrality
Keeps Sweden officially neutral during the early War of the League of Augsburg
Swedish Neutrality
Charles keeps Sweden neutral during the European war against Louis XIV.
Swedish Neutrality
Charles keeps Sweden neutral during the European war against Louis XIV.
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