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Was Charles XII greater than Gustavus Adolphus?

Charles XII and Gustavus Adolphus are placed broadly on the same level, with Charles stronger in some aspects of command rather than clearly greater overall.

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Question

Do you think Charles XII was greater than Gustavus Adolphus?

Short answer

They were broadly on a par; Charles XII was better in some respects, but not clearly greater overall.

Notes

Charles XII and Gustavus Adolphus are judged broadly comparable overall. Charles is preferred in some respects, without a clear judgment that he was the greater commander.