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What is Carolus Rex known for?
Charles XII, sometimes Carl XII (Swedish: Karl XII) or Carolus Rex (17 June 1682 – 30 November 1718 O.S.), was King of Sweden (including current Finland) from 1697 to 1718. Leading the Swedish army against the alliance Charles won multiple victories despite being usually significantly outnumbered.
What was Charles XII famous for?
Charles XII, (born June 17, 1682, Stockholm—died Nov. 30, 1718, Fredrikshald, Nor.), king of Sweden (1697–1718), an absolute monarch who defended his country for 18 years during the Great Northern War and promoted significant domestic reforms.
Where does the name Carolus Rex come from?
Well, his name was Karl (‘Carolus’ in latin) and he was king (‘rex’ in latin) so when you referred to him in latin (like for instance ‘Carolus Rex Vivat’ ‘long live King Charles’ or whatever, I don’t know latin) he was called Carolus Rex.
What happened Carolus Rex?
The King died from a projectile wound to the head in 1718.
Who is the song Carolus Rex about?
Sabaton
Carolus Rex/Artists
A one-minute video clip in which SABATON singer Joakim Brodén takes fans on a short history lesson by visiting the site where Charles XII (Carl of Sweden – Latinized to Carolus Rex) was killed in 1718 near Fredrikshald can be seen below.
Who shot Karl XII?
The most famous and most-visited monument at Fredriksten Fortress. Karl XII was a Swedish warring king who attempted to conquer Norway twice – in 1716 and 1718 – without success. Karl XII at horse. On 11 December 1718 he was shot and killed in a trench here at the fortress.
How old was Charles XII?
36 years (1682–1718)
Charles XII of Sweden/Age at death
Who killed Charles the Great?
Seven years of fighting between Charles’ supporters and Oliver Cromwell’s Parliamentarians claimed the lives of thousands, and ultimately, of the King himself. Charles was convicted of treason and executed on 30 January 1649 outside the Banqueting House in Whitehall.