1562 in Sweden explained
Events from the year 1562 in Sweden
Incumbents
Events
- 2 June - Swedish troops conquer Pärnu.
- 4 October - The wedding between Prince John and Catherine Jagiellon causes a conflict between the king and his brother due to a bet on which brother would marry her, because they believed she was homely.
- Summer - Swedish troops conquer Paide.
- Swedish troops conquer Karkus, Estonia.
- On the request of the citizens of Reval, Eric XIV bans all trade with Narva.
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