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 (15,093 km²) 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.
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.
On January 18, 1884 all provinces gained the rights to the rank of duchy and the arms can be represented with a dukal coronet. Blazon: "Azure Seme of Mullets Or a Reindeer in full course Argent attired and hoofed Gules." Government
For current affairs see: Västerbotten County, Norrbotten County, and Lapland Province History
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Main article: Heraldry of Westrobothnia