Björn Gustaf von Sydow is a former speaker of the Riksdag, the Swedish parliament. He held this office following the 2002 election, when he succeeded Birgitta Dahl, until he was replaced on 2 October 2006. Wikipedia
Born: 1945 (age 78 years), Solna Municipality, Sweden
Spouse: Madeleine von Sydow
Awards: H. M. The King's Medal
Previous offices: Speaker of the Riksdag (2002–2006), Minister of Defence of Sweden (1997–2002), and Minister of Commerce and Industry of Sweden (1996–1997)
Education: Linköping University
Parents: Bengt Sköldenberg