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Gustaf Adolf, Duke Of Västerbotten

Born

22 July 1778

Died

19 April 1837

Legacy

Advocacy for social welfare, education, and poverty alleviation

Spouse

Frederica, Duchess of Västerbotten

Parents

King Gustaf III of Sweden • Queen Sophia Magdalena of Denmark

Children

Crown Prince Frederik • Princess Sophia Amelia

Movement

Democratic reforms, Nordic Union movement

Full title

His Royal Highness Gustaf Adolf Ludwig Wilhelm, Prince of Sweden, Duke of Västerbotten

Occupation

Military officer • politician • social reformer

Other names

The People's Duke

Affiliations

Swedish Military • Royal House of Bernadotte • Liberal Party

Years Active

1807 – 1837

Place of Birth

Stockholm, Sweden

Gustaf Adolf, Duke Of Västerbotten