Swedish monarchs

Gustaf V

Life period: 1858–1950

King Gustav V ruled for many years. He was the last monarch to wield political influence, and by the time he died in 1950, popular rule had replaced royal power.

Victoria of Baden

Reign period: 1907–1930 Life period: 1862–1930

Queen Victoria was a descendant of Gustav Vasa, and was closely related to the German emperor. She had Solliden Palace built on Öland, where the climate was better for her poor health.