How Did Sweden's Military Evolution Under Gustavus Adolphus II Create Battlefield Success

The “Lion of the North,” Gustavus Adolphus II, created the true northern lion by systematically reforming Sweden’s military system in the 17th century. The changes that he made to the Swedish military led to their success on the battlefield against larger forces, such as the Holy Roman Empire. These reforms would later contribute to Sweden’s victory during the Thirty Years War.