Oscar II
Oscar II was the King of Sweden and Norway from 1872 until his death in 1907. He played a crucial role in Swedish history, overseeing a period marked by both political change and cultural development. His influence extended to the realm of language, where he contributed to the resolution of the spelling debate by endorsing the Svenska Akademien's dictionary as the standard for educational institutions in 1889.
Born on Jan 21, 1829 (196 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 6,880 | $530,000 | 361$ |
| Totals | 1 | 10,099,265 | 6,880 | $530,000 | 361$ |
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Oscar II is mentioned as potentially deciding the spelling war through a decree.
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