A three-year famine struck Sweden in 1867.

The onset year became known as the Year of Great Weakness.

It was the last famine in Europe to arise from Nature.

It hit hardest in Sweden’s north.

There, the winter’s snow did not melt until late June, delaying the spring planting of crops.

Then, the autumn cold came early, ending the growing season prematurely.

Food was scarce and starvation was rampant.

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