Who was Hedvig Elisabeth Charlotte's son?
Charles XIV John of Sweden
Charles XII of Sweden
Gustav IV Adolf of Sweden
Oscar I of Sweden
Answer
Charles XIV John of Sweden, born Jean Baptiste Jules Bernadotte, was the only son of Hedvig Elisabeth Charlotte. A French soldier and diplomat, he rose to prominence during the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. He was elected crown prince of Sweden in 1810 and ascended to the throne in 1818. Known for his military prowess and political astuteness, he ushered in a period of stability and prosperity for Sweden.
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