
Swedish noble (1602-1680)
1602 — 1680
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish noble (1602-1680)
Born
February 18, 1602
Died
1680 (age ~78)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
military personnel, politician, diplomat
1602
Born in Rydboholm Castle (1602-02-18)
1628
Positionregiment commander (1628–1631)
1629
PositionLord Marshal (Sweden) (1629–1629)
1637
PositionGovernor-General of Finland (1637–1640)
1640
PositionChancellor of the Royal Academy of Turku (1640–1646)
1641
PositionLord High Steward of Sweden (1641–1680)
Frequently Asked Questions
Per Brahe the Younger is Swedish noble (1602-1680). Born in 1602.
The name Per means "a male given name from Latin, equivalent to English Peter". It is of Scandinavian origin.
Per Brahe the Younger was born on February 18, 1602.
Per Brahe the Younger died in 1680, at approximately 78 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name from Latin, equivalent to English Peter
The name Per is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name from Latin, equivalent to English Peter". It is traditionally a male name.
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Per — February 18, 1602
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
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Actions
1641
PositionPresident of Svea Court of Appeal (1641–1661)
1648
PositionGovernor-General of Finland (1648–1654)
1680
Died in Bogesund Castle