Oscar Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten
Swedish prince, heir apparent until his death (1906–1947); father of Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden
1906 — 1947
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish prince, heir apparent until his death (1906–1947); father of Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden
Born
April 22, 1906
Died
1947 (age ~41)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
military personnel, aristocrat, equestrian
SwedenBorn in Stockholm PalaceDied in Copenhagen Airport
1906
Born in Stockholm Palace (1906-04-22)
1933
AwardOrder of the Elephant
1947
Died in Copenhagen Airport
About
Prince Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten was a Swedish prince who for most of his life was second in the line of succession to the Swedish throne. He was the eldest son of Gustaf VI Adolf, who was crown prince for most of his son's life and ascended the Swedish throne three years after his son's death. The current king, Carl XVI Gustaf, is Prince Gustaf Adolf's son. The prince was killed on 26 January 1947 in an airplane crash at Kastrup Airport, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Who is Oscar Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten?+
Prince Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten was a Swedish prince who for most of his life was second in the line of succession to the Swedish throne. He was the eldest son of Gustaf VI Adolf, who was crown prince for most of his son's life and ascended the Swedish throne three years after his son's de
What does the name Oscar mean?+
The name Oscar means "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Oscar Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten born?+
Oscar Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten was born on April 22, 1906.
When did Oscar Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten die?+
Oscar Gustaf Adolf, Duke of Västerbotten died in 1947, at approximately 41 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Irish or Old English.
The name Oscar is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Oscar — April 22, 1906
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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The world is a little different because you existed.
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Your reign defined an era. The books don't do it justice.
— a student of history
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