Olof Wijk the Elder
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Olof Wijk the Elder
Summary
Olof Wijk the Elder is a human[1]. His place of birth was Göteborgs Amiralitetsvarvsförsamling[2]. He was born on October 9, 1786[3]. He died in Domkyrkoförsamlingen in Göteborg[4]. He died on February 4, 1856[5]. He worked as a politician[6] and businessperson[7]. He is known by 12 alternative names across languages and contexts.[8]
Key Facts
- Born in Göteborgs Amiralitetsvarvsförsamling[2], Olof Wijk the Elder…
- Olof Wijk the Elder died in Domkyrkoförsamlingen in Göteborg[4].
- Olof Wijk the Elder was born on October 9, 1786[3].
- Olof Wijk the Elder died on February 4, 1856[5].
- Burial took place at Stampen Cemetery[9].
- Olof Wijk the Elder's father was Erik Wijk[10].
- Olof Wijk the Elder's mother was Olivia Romare[11].
- Olof Wijk the Elder was married to Hilda Virginia Prytz[12].
- A child of Olof Wijk the Elder was Erik Wijk[13].
- A child of Olof Wijk the Elder was Ivar Wijk[14].
- A child of Olof Wijk the Elder was Knut Wijk[15].
- A child of Olof Wijk the Elder was Olof Wijk the Younger[16].
- Olof Wijk the Elder held citizenship in Sweden[17].
- Olof Wijk the Elder's professions included politician[6].
- Olof Wijk the Elder worked as a businessperson[7].
- Olof Wijk the Elder held the position of member of the Riksdag of the Estates[18].
- Olof Wijk the Elder held the position of President of the Burghers Estate[19].
- Olof Wijk the Elder held the position of Q140456291[20].
- Olof Wijk the Elder received the Knight of the Order of the Polar Star[21].
- Olof Wijk the Elder was a member of Royal Society of Arts and Sciences in Gothenburg[22].
- Olof Wijk the Elder is recorded as male[23].
- Olof Wijk the Elder's instance of is recorded as human[24].
- Olof Wijk the Elder's Commons category is recorded as Olof Wijk d.ä.[25].
- Olof Wijk the Elder's archives at is recorded as National Archives of Sweden[26].
- Olof Wijk the Elder's family name is recorded as Wijk[27].
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Origins and Family
Olof Wijk the Elder's place of birth was Göteborgs Amiralitetsvarvsförsamling[2]. He was born on October 9, 1786[3]. His father was Erik Wijk[10]. His mother was Olivia Romare[11].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include politician[6] and businessperson[7]. Positions held include member of the Riksdag of the Estates[18], a member of the parliament of Sweden[28], in Sweden[29]; President of the Burghers Estate[19]; and Q140456291[20].
Recognition
Olof Wijk the Elder received the Knight of the Order of the Polar Star[21].
Personal Life
Olof Wijk the Elder was married to Hilda Virginia Prytz[12]. Children include Erik Wijk[13], a wholesaler[30], 1836–1910[31], of Sweden[32]; Ivar Wijk[14], a politician[33], 1841–1911[34], of Sweden[35]; Knut Wijk[15]; and Olof Wijk the Younger[16], a politician[36], 1833–1901[37], of Sweden[38], awarded the honorary doctor of the University of Uppsala[39].
Death and Burial
Olof Wijk the Elder died on February 4, 1856[5]. He died in Domkyrkoförsamlingen in Göteborg[4]. Burial took place at Stampen Cemetery[9].
Why It Matters
Olof Wijk the Elder is known by 12 alternative names across languages and contexts.[8]
FAQs
Where was Olof Wijk the Elder born?
Olof Wijk the Elder was born in Göteborgs Amiralitetsvarvsförsamling[2].
Where did Olof Wijk the Elder die?
Olof Wijk the Elder passed away in Domkyrkoförsamlingen in Göteborg[4].
Who were Olof Wijk the Elder's parents?
Olof Wijk the Elder's father was Erik Wijk[10]. Olof Wijk the Elder's mother was Olivia Romare[11].
Who was Olof Wijk the Elder married to?
Olof Wijk the Elder's spouses include Hilda Virginia Prytz[12].
What did Olof Wijk the Elder do for work?
Olof Wijk the Elder worked as politician[6] and businessperson[7].
What awards did Olof Wijk the Elder receive?
Honors received include Knight of the Order of the Polar Star[21].