Scanian War - 3 Minute History

The transcript details Sweden's involvement in European conflicts during the late 17th century. Under Charles XI, Sweden formed alliances and received subsidies, joining the Dutch in an anti-French alliance. The Franco-Dutch War saw Sweden's military struggles, including defeats by Brandenburg and Denmark. Despite initial setbacks, Charles XI led successful campaigns against Denmark. Peace negotiations eventually returned most territories to Sweden, but diplomatic efforts to maintain peace in Scandinavia failed, leading to renewed hostilities by 1700.

What was the main reason Louis XIV wanted to isolate the Dutch after the War of Devolution?

• To form an alliance with England

• To prevent Dutch trade dominance

• To expand French territory

• To attack them in a future war

Which battle marked a significant defeat for Sweden against Brandenburg in 1675?

• Battle of Lund

• Battle of Fehrbellin

• Battle of Hampstead

• Battle of Landskrona

What was the outcome of the Battle of Lund in December 1676?

• Swedish defeat by the Danes

• Swedish victory over the Danes

• A naval battle with no clear winner

• A stalemate between Sweden and Denmark

Why was Sweden unable to ship troops to Germany in 1677?

• Intervention by the Holy Roman Empire

• Peace negotiations with Denmark

• Another naval defeat

• Lack of resources

What was the role of Guillain Sterner in the peace negotiations?

• He opposed a French alliance

• He was a Danish diplomat

• He supported a French alliance

• He led the Swedish army