Carl Johan

Carl Johan, often referred to as Carl XIV Johan, was King of Sweden and Norway from 1818 until his death in 1844. Originally born as Jean Bernadotte, a French military officer and Marshal under Napoleon, he was elected Crown Prince of Sweden in 1810, largely due to his successful military leadership and political stability during a turbulent era. His reign marked a period of modernization and continued stability in Scandinavia. Known for balancing traditional monarchy with reform efforts, Carl Johan played a key role in shaping 19th-century Swedish and Norwegian institutions, and his leadership helped maintain peace and order during his tenure.