Gustav Vasa Elected King of Sweden

Timeline

1. 1523Råbock · SödermanlandAs the War of Liberation neared completion and Christian II had fled Denmark, Sweden convened a national assembly at Strängnäs. Attendees included the Council of the Realm, senior clergy, nobles, and representatives of towns and judicial districts, with a Lübeck envoy also present. The assembly first added nine new councilors, then discussed the succession to the throne and compensation for Lübeck's military aid.
2. 1523Strängnäs Cathedral · SödermanlandOn June 6, representatives of the regional legislators, after a mass, elected Gustav as King of Sweden, with Laurentius Andreæ recording the votes. The Lübeck envoy expressed support. The following day he was proclaimed king in the cathedral after a Te Deum, though not yet crowned. This date later became Sweden's National Day.
3. 1523Stockholm · SwedenAfter the Strängnäs assembly, Stockholm opened its gates to the new king. Gustav led his army into the city at Midsummer, reclaiming the capital; Sweden's subordination to the Kalmar Union was politically ended, and Vasa dynasty rule began.