Älvsborg County facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Älvsborg County
Älvsborgs län
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| County of Sweden | |||||||
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 Coat of arms
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| Capital | Vänersborg | ||||||
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• 1991–1997
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Bengt K.Å. Johansson | ||||||
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• Established
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1634 | ||||||
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• Disestablished
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31 December 1997 | ||||||
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Älvsborg County (called Älvsborgs län in Swedish) was a special area in southern Sweden. Think of it like a big region or a state. Its main town, or capital, was Vänersborg.
This county was created a long time ago, in 1634. It existed for many years until it was changed on 31 December 1997. After that, it became part of a newer, bigger area called Västra Götaland County.
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What Was Älvsborg County?
Älvsborg County was one of the many "counties" that make up Sweden. These counties help organize the country. They are like administrative regions. Each county has its own local government.
Where Was It Located?
Älvsborg County was located in the southwestern part of Sweden. It was known for its beautiful landscapes. These included forests, lakes, and coastal areas.
Who Led the County?
Each county in Sweden had a special leader called a Governor. The Governor was in charge of making sure things ran smoothly in the county. They worked with the local people and the government.
What Did a Governor Do?
A Governor was like the main manager for the county. They helped carry out national laws. They also looked after things like public order and development. Many different people served as Governor of Älvsborg County over the centuries. The last Governor was Bengt K.Å. Johansson. He held the position from 1991 until the county was changed in 1997.
Why Did Älvsborg County Change?
In 1997, Älvsborg County joined with two other nearby counties. These were Skaraborg County and Gothenburg and Bohus County. They combined to form a new, larger county. This new county is called Västra Götaland County. This change was made to create bigger and more efficient regions in Sweden.
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This map shows the three former counties that now make up Västra Götaland County. Älvsborg County is one of them.
