Things to know about Sweden’s monarchy as King Carl XVI celebrates 50 years on the throne | AP News
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf celebrates his golden jubilee on Friday, marking 50 years since he ascended the throne on Sept. 15, 1973.He is the longest-reigning king in the history of the Swedish monarchy, which stretches back more than 1,000 years.Here are five things to know about the 77-year-old king and the