The History of Sweden — Season 1, Episode 4: God Gives and God Takes, the 12th century to the end of the 14th century

Episode synopsis

These are good times for the Swedes who have now become Christians. The economy is booming and the harvests are good. The population grows and the Swedish empire begins to be built step by step. But everything is challenged when times suddenly get worse and the plague wipes out a third of the population. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series.

About The History of Sweden

The great story of our country. About the people and forces that shaped it - from the Ice Age to the present day. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series. The program series consists of ten parts and is based on reconstructions of historical events and people. Over 300 experts have contributed to the content and 100 of them appear in the series. The series' signature melody is composed by Ludwig Göransson and Per-Gunnar Juliusson.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1The Stone Age, circa 14 500 BC-3700 BC
• E2The Age of Metals, circa 1700 BC to 500 AD
• E3The Age of Vikings, the 6th century to the end of the 11th century
• E5The Battle for the Throne, year 1361-1560
• E6The Superpower Sweden, year 1560 to 1658
• E7Witches and Wars, year 1658 to 1721
• E8New Times, year 1719 to 1809
• E9The People Take Power, year 1809 to 1921
• E10The World's Most Modern Country, year 1921 to present day