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What specific culture was Gustaf VI Adolf particularly interested in?

  • Ancient Egyptian cultures

  • Ancient Greek cultures

  • Ancient Chinese cultures

  • Ancient Italian cultures

Answer

Gustaf VI Adolf was particularly interested in Ancient Italian cultures. He studied Latin and Italian as a boy and was a keen archaeologist, supporting archaeological expeditions in Italy and Sicily. He was also interested in classical art and architecture, and commissioned a number of copies of Roman sculptures to be placed in public places in Sweden.
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