Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte

Bernadotte commanded the I Corps at Austerlitz. His corps held the Allied left flank and participated in the encirclement of the Russian and Austrian forces, contributing to the French victory.

Bernadotte commanded the Saxon IX Corps at Wagram. His corps was routed by Austrian forces, and he was criticized by Napoleon for his performance, leading to his dismissal from the Grande Arm

The Swedish Riksdag elected Bernadotte as Crown Prince, due to his popularity and perceived ability to secure Norway. He converted to Lutheranism and was adopted by King Charles XIII, becoming heir to the throne.

Bernadotte, now Crown Prince of Sweden, commanded the Swedish contingent and the Army of the North in the Allied coalition. His forces fought against Napoleon at Leipzig, contributing to the French defeat.

Bernadotte negotiated the Treaty of Kiel with Denmark, which ceded Norway to Sweden. This fulfilled a key Swedish war aim and established the union between Sweden and Norway.

As king, Bernadotte pursued a policy of neutrality and internal development. He improved infrastructure, reformed the legal system, and maintained peace, but faced opposition from liberal factions.

Bernadotte ascended the Swedish throne as King Charles XIV John upon the death of Charles XIII. He founded the House of Bernadotte, which continues to reign in Sweden.