Gustavus V

American  

Also Gustaf V,

noun

1. 1858–1950, king of Sweden 1907–50: advocate of Swedish neutrality during World Wars I and II.

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Example Sentences

This gentleman, Mr. Gustavus V. Fox, thus combined with business experience and an extensive acquaintance with naval officers the capacities of a seaman.

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King Gustavus V, who occupies to-day the throne of Sweden, has a German wife.

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The reigning monarch is King Gustavus V, who succeeded his father, Oscar II, who died in 1907.

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King Gustavus V, who took the oath of office within a few hours of his father's death, has suffered something resembling his father's fate as Crown Prince.

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Fortunately for all concerned, Gideon Welles, after vainly groping about the administrative maze for the first five months, called Gustavus V. Fox to his assistance.

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