Historedia
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Appointment as Rikskansler

When
6 January 1612
Where
Sweden
Part of
Axel Oxenstierna becomes Lord High Chancellor of Sweden

Oxenstierna formally assumed the role of Lord High Chancellor of the Privy Council.

On 6 January 1612, Axel Oxenstierna became Lord High Chancellor (Rikskansler) of the Privy Council. This appointment marked the beginning of his tenure as the effective head of government in Sweden, a position he maintained until his death.

Sources

  1. Axel Oxenstierna Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-11
  2. Lord High Chancellor of Sweden Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-14

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