Axel Oxenstierna
At a glance:
- Series: Dictionary of World Biography: The 17th and 18th Centuries
- Categories: Government and Politics
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Aristocracy, Aristocrats, Nobles
- Curriculum: Renaissance History, Scandinavian History, 17th Century European History
Article abstract: Combining intellect, courage, humor, and integrity, Oxenstierna mastered every aspect of state service and helped Gustavus II Adolphus to produce Sweden’s age of greatness. As chancellor for Queen Christina, he was largely responsible for New Sweden on the Delaware.
Early Life
Axel Oxenstierna was born on June 16, 1583, at Fanö, near Uppsala, Sweden. His parents, Gustavus Oxenstierna and Barbro Bielke, came from ancient noble families. During his youth, Oxenstierna experienced a Sweden torn by conflict between the monarchy and the...
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