Otto Fredrik Påhlman (1785 – 1822)
Otto Fredrik Påhlman’s determination to stand up for what was right and question the existing order earned him more than a few adversaries among the Swedish elite.
Margareta Silfversparre ( -1716)
Her many impassioned letters to both the church and the state indicate that Margareta Silfversparre refused to put up with unjust 17th century Swedish norms.
John Magnus Påhlman (1860 – 1945)
Johan Magnus Påhlman was not merely satisfied with a legacy, and made attempts to amplify and improve his father’s efforts throughout his career.
Johan Påhlman (1623 – 1693)
Though he bears the distinction of introducing his family into Sweden’s noble classes, history indicates that Johan Påhlman made some troubling choices.
Johan Magnus Påhlman (1741 – 1797)
Johan Magnus Påhlman had a long and illustrious career in the Swedish military, and was awarded the Royal Order of the Sword in 1779.
Gustaf Påhlman ( -1695)
He served under Count Douglas, was knighted by Queen Kristina, and captured in Denmark – Gustaf Påhlman’s ascent to first lieutenant was consistent yet eventful.
Göran Påhlman (1782 – 1830)
A twice-decorated military officer, Göran Påhlman was imprisoned during the Russian-Swedish War but returned home to greater success.
Christina Lilliesparre af Fylleskog ( -1651)
An alliance with the Lilliesparres brought a beautiful Ryssby manor – with which Christina was intimately acquainted – into the Polman family’s history.
Christina Elisabet Renner (1712 – 1769)
All signs point to Christina Elisabet Renner being mature beyond her years, becoming a bride and mistress of Ugglansryd manor at the age of 18.
Anna Christina Påhlman ( -1670)
The social status of Anna Christina Påhlman was personally elevated by Sweden’s Queen Kristina to ensure equality with her brothers.
Anders Gustaf Påhlman (1821 – 1894)
After losing his parents at a young age, Anders Gustaf Påhlman charted his own path to become a dedicated priest and chaplain in Stockholm.
Anders Otto Påhlman (1740 – 1815)
His trajectory may have been unconventional, but Anders Otto Påhlman proved time and again that he could step up for others and make the best of life’s challenges.