Henrik Bielke

Henrik Bielke (1611 – 1648) was a Swedish nobleman, military officer, and member of the Privy Council. He belonged to the prominent Bielke family, one of the oldest and most influential noble families in Sweden.

Bielke served in the Swedish army during the Thirty Years' War, rising to the rank of colonel. He was later appointed to the Privy Council (Riksrådet), advising the monarch on matters of state. His career reflects the significant role played by the Swedish nobility in the country's military and political affairs during the 17th century. He was known for his administrative abilities and loyalty to the crown. He died relatively young, at the age of 37.