Hans Colbjørnsen
| Hans Colbjørnsen | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born |
c.1675 Sørum, Norway |
| Died | 1754 (aged 78–79) |
| Nationality | Norwegian |
| Occupation |
Timber merchant Military officer |
| Known for | Defense of Fredrikshald 1716–1718 of the Great Northern War |
| Relatives |
Peder Colbjørnsen (brother) Anna Colbjørnsdatter (half sister) |
Hans Colbjørnsen (c.1675 – 1754) was a Norwegian timber merchant and military officer. He was born in Sørum; the son of Colbjørn Torstensen Arneberg, and was a brother of Peder Colbjørnsen, and half brother of Anna Colbjørnsdatter. Colbjørnsen was among the wealthiest persons in Fredrikshald. He is known for his achievements at the defense of Fredrikshald 1716–1718 of the Great Northern War, along with his brother Peder.[1][2]
References
- ↑ Godal, Anne Marit (ed.). "Hans Colbjørnsen". Store norske leksikon (in Norwegian). Oslo: Norsk nettleksikon. Retrieved 21 October 2014.
- ↑ Jacobsen, Frank Kiel. "Hans Colbjørnsen". In Helle, Knut. Norsk biografisk leksikon (in Norwegian). Oslo: Kunnskapsforlaget. Retrieved 21 October 2014.
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