King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden marks 50 years on the throne

Sweden's monarch ascended to the silver throne on 15th September 1973 and today celebrates his Golden Jubilee

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Swedens King Carl XVI Gustaf celebrates his golden jubilee on Friday, marking 50 years since he ascended the throne on Sept. 15, 1973.

He is the longest-reigning king in the history of the Swedish monarchy, which stretches back more than 1,000 years.

European royals have turned out in force to celebrate the golden jubilee of King Carl Gustaf's 50th in Stockholm.

And following the death of Queen Elizabeth II last year, he?s the second-longest reigning European monarch alive today, after Queen Margrethe, who celebrated her 50th anniversary on Denmark?s throne last year.

The jubilee is four days of celebrations that culminate with a military parade through the capital.

Queen Margrethe of Denmark arrived for the festivities alongside her son Crown Prince Frederik, 55, and his wife Princess Mary, 51, on Thursday.
A historic milestone for the King of Sweden.