Jake Påhlman Peterson

Jake Påhlman Peterson

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Jake is a Påhlman descendant — a connection he discovered through an obscure court filing. A researcher and author with a background in narrative therapy and family studies, his work is drawn to what the record chose not to say.

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....
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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....
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Jörgen Pålman, f. 1597, kapten

Jörgen Pålman, f. 1597, kapten

Title Jörgen Pålman, f. 1597, kapten Description Standing, full figure, phase right. Right hand at side, cane and hat in left hand. Red sweater with skirt and trousers with silver galleons, lace collar. Pink armband,...
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10 Questions with Göran Mörner

10 Questions with Göran Mörner

With his new book, Göran Mörner hopes that people will finally know what their Coat of Arms should look like. “I realized that there had been a great misconception of the objects and colors in some Coats of Arms. These letter patents hadn’t been shown to the public in 350 years.”...
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