Sten Sture the Younger

About

Regent of Sweden (1493-1520)

Quick Facts

Name: Sten Sture the Younger
Born: 1493
Died: 1520-02-03
Occupation: politician
Citizenship: Sweden

Relationships

Spouses & partners

SpouseChristina Gyllenstierna1511-11-16 — 1520-02

Family

FatherSvante Nilsson
MotherIliana Erengislesdotter av Geddeholm, heiress of Ulvåsa manor
ChildNils Stensson Sture
ChildSvante Stensson Sture
ChildGustaf Sture

Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.

Languages

Native language

Swedish

Spoken, written or signed

Swedish

Sources & Credits

Wikidata · Q541674 ↗
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