Prince Oscar, Duke of Skåne facts for kids
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Prince Oscar in 2023
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| Born | 2 March 2016 Karolinska University Hospital, Solna, Sweden |
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| House | Bernadotte | ||||
| Father | Daniel Westling | ||||
| Mother | Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden | ||||
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Prince Oscar of Sweden, also known as the Duke of Skåne, was born on March 2, 2016. His full name is Oscar Carl Olof. He is the younger child and only son of Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel. Prince Oscar is a grandson of King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia. He is currently third in line to become the King or Queen of Sweden, after his mother and his older sister, Princess Estelle.
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Prince Oscar's Birth
Prince Oscar was born on March 2, 2016. He was born at the Karolinska University Hospital in Solna, Sweden. To celebrate his birth, two special "21-gun salutes" were fired. This is a traditional way to honor important royal events. The salutes happened on the island of Skeppsholmen, near Stockholm Palace.
The day after he was born, his grandfather, the King, announced his names. He also announced Prince Oscar's special title: the Duke of Skåne. A special church service, called a Te Deum, was held. This thanksgiving service took place in the Royal Chapel of the palace on March 3, 2016.
Prince Oscar's Christening
Prince Oscar was christened on May 27, 2016. The christening ceremony took place at the Royal Chapel of Stockholm Palace. His godparents are important people from royal families and his own family. They include King Frederik X of Denmark (who was then Crown Prince). Also, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway is one of his godparents.
His maternal aunt, Princess Madeleine of Sweden, is also a godparent. Two cousins, Oscar Magnuson and Hans Åström, are also his godparents. Prince Oscar wore a very old family christening gown. This gown was first worn by his great-grandfather, Prince Gustaf Adolf, in 1906. His name and christening date were added to the gown in embroidery.
Awards and Symbols
Members of the Swedish Royal Family receive special awards and have their own symbols. These show their role and history.
Prince Oscar's Awards
Prince Oscar has received several important awards:
He is a Knight and Commander of the Royal Order of the Seraphim. This is Sweden's highest honor.
He is a Knight of the Order of Charles XIII.
He received the Commemorative Golden Jubilee Medal of His Majesty The King. This medal celebrated his grandfather's 50 years as King.
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Prince Oscar's Coat of Arms
Prince Oscar has his own special coat of arms. It is based on the larger coat of arms of Sweden. A coat of arms is like a unique symbol for a family or a person.
His coat of arms has different parts:
- It shows the Three Crowns of Sweden. These are a national symbol.
- It also has a lion, which represents the House of Bjälbo. This is an old royal family.
- There is also a griffin, which is a mythical creature. This griffin represents Skåne, the area he is Duke of.
- In the very center, there is a smaller shield. This shield shows the special symbol of the House of Bernadotte. This is the current royal family of Sweden.
- Around the main shield, there is a chain. This chain belongs to the Order of the Seraphim. Prince Oscar received this honor when he was christened.
See also
In Spanish: Óscar de Suecia para niños
