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Gustaf VI Adolf of Sweden
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Gustaf VI Adolf of Sweden

Scientist · born November 11, 1882 · died 1973

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Gustaf VI Adolf was King of Sweden from 29 October 1950 until his death in 1973. He was the eldest son of Gustaf V and his wife, Victoria of Baden. Before Gustaf Adolf acceded to the throne, he was crown prince for nearly 43 years during his father's reign.

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  1. 0Received the Royal Order of the SeraphimNovember 11, 1882
  2. 20Received the Order of the ElephantOctober 28, 1903
  3. 25Became crown princeDecember 8, 1907
  4. 69Received the Order of the DannebrogMarch 24, 1952

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