Bernadotte family tree

The Bernadotte family is a royal dynasty that originated in France with Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, a marshal under Napoleon Bonaparte. In 1818, he became King Charles XIV John of Sweden, establishing a prominent lineage. The family currently rules Sweden, with King Carl XVI Gustaf as the current monarch, and his daughter, Crown Princess Victoria, is next in line. The Bernadottes have connections to other European royal families through marriage, reinforcing their prominence in European history and diplomacy. Their legacy includes contributions to Swedish culture, politics, and society over the past two centuries.