Treaty of Brömsebro

The Treaty of Brömsebro, signed in 1645, was a peace agreement between Denmark-Norway and Sweden that ended the Torstenson War. This treaty significantly altered territorial control in Scandinavia.

Key outcomes of the Treaty of Brömsebro include:
* Territorial Cessions: Sweden gained control of the Norwegian provinces of Jämtland and Härjedalen, as well as the Danish islands of Gotland and Ösel.
* Swedish Exemption: Sweden was exempted from paying the Sound Dues, a toll levied by Denmark on ships passing through the Øresund strait. This was a major economic victory for Sweden, enhancing its trade capabilities.
* End of Hostilities: The treaty brought a temporary end to the conflicts between Denmark-Norway and Sweden, which had been ongoing for decades and were part of a larger struggle for dominance in the Baltic region.12345