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How We Organise Six Centuries of History

How We Organise Six Centuries of History

Inside the Polmanarkivet Research System: How do you organise a history that spans more than 500 years, crosses multiple empires, and intersects with many disciplines? Here’s how we do it.
· 23 min read
Rediscovering Jürgen Polman the Elder's Obscure Portrait

Rediscovering Jürgen Polman the Elder's Obscure Portrait

For over 50 years, this 17th-century portrait of the family patriarch has remained hidden — until now. Polmanarkivet unearthed this important artwork and invites you to explore its origins and the story of how it was rediscovered.
· 16 min read
Digital Tools Every Historian or Researcher Should Know

Digital Tools Every Historian or Researcher Should Know

Discover the top digital tools to help clarify your thinking, speed up your research, streamline your note-taking, and organise your references. Plus, learn the best AI tips to bring your research to life.
· 16 min read
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.”
· 4 min read

Follow six centuries of family history as it's uncovered.


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