Torstenson War - 3 Minute History

The video covers the involvement of Denmark and Sweden in the 30 Years War, highlighting Denmark's initial participation and subsequent defeat. Sweden, under Gustavus Adolphus, revolutionized its military and played a significant role in defending Protestant interests. The video also details the conflicts between Denmark and Sweden, including naval battles and territorial disputes, leading to the Peace of Brum Sobro, which shifted the balance of power in Scandinavia. Sweden emerged as a dominant power, while Denmark's influence waned.

What was a significant reason for Denmark-Norway's involvement in the Thirty Years' War?

• To support Catholic Poland

• To form an alliance with France

• To defend Protestant interests

• To expand their territory in the Baltic

Who took over the Protestant cause in the Thirty Years' War after Denmark-Norway's defeat?

• Matthias Gallus

• Christian IV

• Gustavus Adolphus

• Sigismund

What was a key factor in Sweden's military success during the Thirty Years' War?

• Revolutionary military tactics

• Alliances with the Dutch

• Superior naval power

• Support from the Holy Roman Empire

What was the outcome of the Peace of Brum Sobro for Denmark?

• Denmark formed an alliance with Poland

• Denmark regained dominance in the Baltic

• Denmark lost the ability to collect tolls from Swedish ships

• Denmark gained new territories

Which conflict followed the Thirty Years' War, involving Sweden and the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth?

• The War of the Austrian Succession

• The Franco-Swedish War

• The Second Northern War

• The Kalmar War