What is the Lord Marshal (of Sweden)?

Introduction Lantmarskalk, (English: Lord Marshal) was the title of one of the speakers of the Swedish Riksdag of the Estates, from 1627 to 1866 and of the Diet of Grand Duchy of Finland from 1809 to 1906. Background The Lantmarskalk was appointed by the Estate of the Nobles and also served as its speaker (talman).… Read More