Jöran Persson
Swedish politician · Sweden · On the map · Politicians · Lived 1530 to 1568 · aged 38
Jöran Persson, alternatively Göran Persson, was King Eric XIV of Sweden's favorite, most trusted counsellor and head of the King's network of spies. He was widely seen as a Machiavellian figure, and as holding too much influence over Eric.
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A typical day, 30 days to 8 August 2026
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On both occasions on which the King was removed from power, Persson was quickly arrested by the nobility; the second time he was executed shortly after his arrest.
Country
Sweden
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1530 to 1568 · aged 38
