Sweden: History
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The Union of Kalmar unites , Sweden, and .
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The union between Sweden and is peacefully dissolved at Norway's request. This led to the creation of the first parliamentary government in Sweden.
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Steadily improving trade conditions result in a boom period that takes Sweden from a primarily to an one.
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Sweden becomes a founding member of the Nordic Council, which is established to further the mutual interests of Scandinavian countries.
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Sweden becomes a founding member of the.
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Sweden becomes a member of the .
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A referendum for Sweden to adopt the euro is defeated. The Swedish krona continues to be the national currency.