Swedish nobles are killed in the Sture murders
On May 24, 1567, Swedish nobles were killed in the Sture murders.
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The Event
On May 24, 1567, Swedish nobles were killed in the Sture murders.
The Case and Its Context
Erik XIV’s attack on imprisoned nobles escalated conflict between the crown and leading aristocratic families.
Separating the event from the investigation
The attack and the later effort to establish responsibility are separate parts of the record. Accounts should distinguish documented findings from early reports.
Reading the Historical Record
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About the Historical Recreation
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