The Stora Kopparberg Legacy: Sweden's Copper Power
In this episode of The History of Sweden, Lucas and Luna dig into the Stora Kopparberg copper mine at Falun, the source of Sweden's early modern wealth. They trace how this massive mine turned a small kingdom into a European powerhouse, fueling wars and shaping Sweden's economy from the 13th century through the 17th. Lucas explains the technology of medieval copper extraction, the role of the Fugger banking family, and how Stora Kopparberg became the world's oldest corporation. He also covers the environmental devastation and the 1650s copper crisis that shook Sweden's finances. The conversation touches on the mine's cultural impact, from the 1344 charter to its UNESCO status today.
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