October 1718Final CampaignCharles XII
Leads the last campaign of his reign against Norway.
Historical records for Sweden in 1718, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Leads the last campaign of his reign against Norway.
Launches a second campaign against Denmark-Norway.
Directs siege operations against the Norwegian fortress.
Shot while inspecting siege works close to Fredriksten fortress in Norway.
Charles XII is killed during the siege of Fredriksten.
Charles XII is killed while inspecting siege works at Fredriksten, ending Sweden's Norwegian campaign.
Is killed while inspecting siege works near Fredriksten.
His death ends a reign dominated by continuous warfare.
His death opens the succession to Ulrika Eleonora.
Succeeds as Queen of Sweden
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