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Hedvig Sophia of Sweden
Noble person
1681 – 1708
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Who was Hedvig Sophia of Sweden?
Princess Hedvig Sophia Augusta of Sweden was a Swedish princess and a Duchess Consort of Holstein-Gottorp, the eldest child of King Charles XI of Sweden, and his spouse Queen Ulrica Eleanor. She was heir presumptive to the Swedish throne until her death and the regent of the duchy of Holstein-Gottorp for her minor son from 1702 to 1708. Some sources refer to her as Sofia.
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- Born
- Jun 26, 1681
Tre Kronor - Parents
- Spouses
- Children
- Died
- Dec 22, 1708
- Resting place
- Riddarholmen Church
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on July 23, 2013
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