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In the beginning there was ice
With military bravado, Karl X Gustav worked with what he had right where he was – on thick ice.
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Skåne Facts -10 to Remember
Skåningars are fiercely proud of their distinct vernacular, culture, and heritage. Since its victorious debut as part of the Swedish landscape, Skåne has produced a number of famous artists, entrepreneurs, scientists and inventors. Here are 10 names to remember when you think of Skåne:
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Skåne’s bright ideas
Recent reports released by the United Nations and the European Union confirm Sweden’s global position at the top of the league in innovation. Many bright thoughts have emerged from this dimly lit Nordic reservoir of ideas - the zipper, the padlock, dynamite, and the dialysis machine.
God Created, Linneaus Classified
You can’t help but notice Swedish botanist, zoologist, and physician Carl Von Linné during 2007. It’s not just the scientific events, exhibitions, educational projects, publications and tourist attractions that signal this is a special anniversary, but the face of the man, who created the nomenclature system still used by scientists all…
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1707 - an enlightening year
The year 1707, the year Carl Linnaeus (Carl von Linné) was born, saw the young and valiant Swedish King, Charles XII (1697-1718) ruler of the early Enlightenment era, at the height of his popularity.