luskammar

Luskammar, also known as the Luskammar Conference, was a significant event in the history of the Swedish Social Democratic Party (SAP). It took place in 1917, during the early stages of World War I, and was convened to address the party's stance on the war and its broader political strategy. The conference was held in the town of Luskammar, located in the province of Småland, and was attended by prominent party members, including Hjalmar Branting, who would later become the party's leader.

The Luskammar Conference was marked by a heated debate between those who advocated for neutrality and those who supported Sweden's participation in the war. The neutralists argued that Sweden should remain impartial, given its historical tradition of neutrality and the potential economic and social costs of war. The interventionists, on the other hand, believed that Sweden should join the Allies to support the cause of democracy and to protect its own interests.

The conference ultimately resulted in a compromise, with the party adopting a policy of neutrality while also expressing support for the Allies' cause. This stance was intended to balance Sweden's interests with its commitment to neutrality. The Luskammar Conference had a lasting impact on the Swedish Social Democratic Party, shaping its approach to foreign policy and its role in Swedish politics for decades to come. The conference also highlighted the complex political landscape of the time, as Sweden navigated its position in the midst of a global conflict.