Which country did John Casimir claim the throne of from 1648-1660?
Russia
Austria
Sweden
Germany
Answer
The answer is Sweden. John Casimir was a Polish prince who claimed the Swedish throne during the Second Northern War. He based his claim on his marriage to the Swedish princess Christina, who had abdicated the throne in 1654. However, his claim was opposed by the Swedish nobility and military, who elected Charles X Gustavus as king. Despite his efforts, John Casimir was never able to secure the Swedish throne.
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