Swedish military records are detailed and well-preserved, making them a valuable asset for genealogists. Sweden maintained a system of conscription and military allotments (Indelningsverket) from the 17th to the 19th centuries, generating soldier rolls, muster lists, and service records. These typically include personal details, parish of residence, and sometimes physical descriptions. After conscription reform in the late 19th century, more systematic draft records were kept. Archives like the Swedish Military Archives (Krigsarkivet) offer extensive collections. For researchers, Swedish military records help bridge gaps in church and civil documentation, providing personal and social context for ancestors' lives.
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