Brief Life History of Maria
When Maria Hansdatter was born in 1774, her father, Hans Sørensen, was 40 and her mother, Berith Nielsen, was 32. She married Peder Frandsen on 18 October 1805. They were the parents of at least 4 sons and 3 daughters. She died on 8 March 1835, at the age of 61.
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- Maren Hansdatter in entry for Hans Pedersen, "Denmark Church Records, 1484-1941"
- Kathrine Marie Hansdatter, "Denmark Church Records, 1484-1941"
- Kathrine Marie Hansdatter, "Denmark Church Records, 1484-1941"
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1776 · Kongens Klub
The club was founded in 1776 by former members of Drejer's Club. It was initially known as Fich's Club. The latter name was a reference to Gottlieb Schreck who had purchased the House in 1775. He had adapted the interior to be used by the club. The club initially had 25 members but in 1778 the number of members had grown to 80. On 16 November 1782, the club was granted permission to use the name Kongens Klub (Royal Club). The club soon became a meeting place for members of the higher middle class.
1789 · Old Artillery Barracks, Christianshavn
The Old Artillery Barracks was the first of three barracks to be established in the Christianshavn district of Copenhagen. They were converted into barracks for the Artillery in 1789 and were used until 1923. Today, they have been converted into apartments and are listed for everyone.
1792 · Det Classenske Fideicommis
Det Classenske Fideicommis is a Danish charitable foundation formed by the industrialist Major General Johan Frederik Classen after he left behind his wealth and possessions in his will to help alleviate poverty and misery to those in the country. Today, it grants around 2 million kroner annually to those in need.
Name Meaning
Short form of Maria , of German origin but now also moderately popular in the English-speaking world.
Dictionary of First Names © Patrick Hanks and Flavia Hodges 1990, 2003, 2006.
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