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Westrobothnia, or Västerbotten, is a historical Province or landskap in the north of Sweden. It borders to Angermannia, Lapponia, Ostrobothnia and the Gulf of Bothnia, until early 20th century. Northern Westrobothnia, is on occasion considered to be a separate traditional province called Norrbotten.
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The southern part of Westrobothnia makes up the eastern part of the Västerbotten County. The northern part, sometimes known simply as Norrbotten, is located in the Norrbotten County and the Finnish part is located in the administrative province of Lapland.
Chartered Cities before 1971:
The etymology of Västerbotten is literally Western Bothnia, as in West of the Gulf of Bothnia. Gustav Adolf (1906-1947), the father of Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, was Duke of Westrobothnia.Government
For current affairs see: Västerbotten County, Norrbotten County, and Lapland Province History
Main article: History of Westrobothnia
Following the Finnish War in 1809 the province of Westrobothnia was separated into a Swedish and a Finnish part. The main part of the province of Westrobothnia which remained within Swedish borders was divided upon Västerbotten County and Norrbotten County. Luleå, Piteå, Haparanda and Boden are located in Norrbotten County.Geography
Main article: Geography of WestrobothniaCulture
Main article: Culture of Westrobothnia
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