The History of Sweden

The Stone Age, circa 14 500 BC-3700 BC

Who were the first people? How did they lead? As the ice sheet recedes and the climate becomes warmer, our latitudes are

The Age of Metals, circa 1700 BC to 500 AD

In search of metals, people leave the Stone Age behind and set out in Europe on long and risky journeys. The objects and

The Age of Vikings, the 6th century to the end of the 11th century

A new era sees the light of day when farmers from our country go to sea and make themselves known throughout Europe - an

God Gives and God Takes, the 12th century to the end of the 14th century

These are good times for the Swedes who have now become Christians. The economy is booming and the harvests are good. Th

The Battle for the Throne, year 1361-1560

A time in the cruel shadow of the plague follows, filled with bloody rebellions and evil sudden death. Many enter the po

The Superpower Sweden, year 1560 to 1658

Witches and Wars, year 1658 to 1721

New Times, year 1719 to 1809

The People Take Power, year 1809 to 1921

The World's Most Modern Country, year 1921 to present day