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The History of Sweden

2023

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EP1 The Stone Age, circa 14 500 BC-3700 BC Nov 05, 2023

Who were the first people? How did they lead? As the ice sheet recedes and the climate becomes warmer, our latitudes are populated. With the people also comes rituals, to honor humans and gods and to show power. When people who can farm the land appear, everything changes. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series.

EP2 The Age of Metals, circa 1700 BC to 500 AD Nov 12, 2023

In search of metals, people leave the Stone Age behind and set out in Europe on long and risky journeys. The objects and knowledge they bring home create new opportunities for everyone who lives in our country. But they also lead to violence and war. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series.

EP3 The Age of Vikings, the 6th century to the end of the 11th century Nov 19, 2023

A new era sees the light of day when farmers from our country go to sea and make themselves known throughout Europe - and further afield. The Vikings bring riches and new knowledge back to the Nordic countries. In time, a new religion will take root here, a faith that challenges the Viking way of life. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series.

EP4 God Gives and God Takes, the 12th century to the end of the 14th century Nov 26, 2023

These are good times for the Swedes who have now become Christians. The economy is booming and the harvests are good. The population grows and the Swedish empire begins to be built step by step. But everything is challenged when times suddenly get worse and the plague wipes out a third of the population. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series.

EP5 The Battle for the Throne, year 1361-1560 Dec 03, 2023

A time in the cruel shadow of the plague follows, filled with bloody rebellions and evil sudden death. Many enter the power struggle for Sweden and the Swedish throne, but there is only one who will succeed, and to do so requires both cunning and ruthlessness. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series.

EP6 The Superpower Sweden, year 1560 to 1658 Jan 14, 2024

EP7 Witches and Wars, year 1658 to 1721 Jan 21, 2024

EP8 New Times, year 1719 to 1809 Jan 28, 2024

EP9 The People Take Power, year 1809 to 1921 Feb 04, 2024

EP10 The World's Most Modern Country, year 1921 to present day Feb 11, 2024
7.1| 0h30m| en
Synopsis

The great story of our country. About the people and forces that shaped it - from the Ice Age to the present day. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series. The program series consists of ten parts and is based on reconstructions of historical events and people. Over 300 experts have contributed to the content and 100 of them appear in the series. The series' signature melody is composed by Ludwig Göransson and Per-Gunnar Juliusson.

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Also starring Gunnar Wetterberg

The History of Sweden
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Reviews

LouHomey From my favorite movies..
Freaktana A Major Disappointment
Beystiman It's fun, it's light, [but] it has a hard time when its tries to get heavy.
Aedonerre I gave this film a 9 out of 10, because it was exactly what I expected it to be.

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