Bernadotte

Bernadotte refers to the name of the Swedish royal family, stemming from Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, a French officer who became King Charles XIV John of Sweden in 1818. The Bernadotte dynasty has since ruled Sweden, combining European royal traditions with Swedish history. The family is known for their roles in modernizing the country and maintaining its neutrality in international conflicts. Today, Bernadotte symbolizes a long-standing lineage of Swedish monarchy, blending historical roots with contemporary leadership, and they play a significant ceremonial and symbolic role in Swedish national life.