Sir John Maclean, 1st Baronet facts for kids
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Hans Makeléer, 1st Baronet
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John MacLean
1604 Duart, Scotland
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| Died | 7 July 1666 (aged 62) Gothenburg, Sweden
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| Nationality | Scottish Swedish |
| Other names | John MacLean, 1st Baronet Iain dubh Macleare Hans Macklier Johan Macklier John Macleir John the Black Maclean |
| Occupation | Scottish Naval Officer Merchant in Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Title | Lord of Gåsevadholm, Hageby, and Hammarö Iain Dubh Baronet |
| Successor | Johan Makeléer, 2nd Baronet |
| Spouse(s) | Anna Gubbertz or Anna Quickelberry |
| Children | Johan Makeléer, 2nd Baronet David Makeléer, 1st Friherre |
| Parent(s) | Hector Og Maclean, 15th Clan Chief |
| Relatives | Joakim Cronman, son-in-law |
Sir John Maclean, also known as John Makeléer or Hans Makeléer in Sweden, was an important person who lived from 1604 to 1666. He was born in Scotland but later moved to Sweden. He became a successful merchant in the city of Gothenburg.
John Makeléer was given the special title of a Baronet by King Charles II of England. A Baronet is a hereditary title, meaning it can be passed down in the family. He was also made a "Lord" of several places in Sweden, like Gåsevadholm, Hageby, and Hammarö, by Christina of Sweden, who was the Queen of Sweden at the time.
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Early Life and Moving to Sweden
John Maclean was born in 1604 at Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull in Scotland. His father was Hector Og Maclean, 15th Clan Chief, a leader of a Scottish clan. His mother was Isabella Atcheson.
When John was about 16 years old, in 1620, he decided to move to Gothenburg, Sweden. He had an uncle there who was a merchant, someone who buys and sells goods. John followed in his uncle's footsteps and started working as a merchant too. In Sweden, his name became known as John Makeléer or Hans Makeléer.
Becoming a Town Leader
John Makeléer became a respected person in Gothenburg. In 1640, he was chosen to be a town councilor. This meant he helped make important decisions for the city. He served in this role for ten years, until 1650.
Family Life
In 1629, John Makeléer married Anna Gubbertz in Gothenburg. She was also known as Anna Quickelberry. Anna's sister was married to one of John's relatives, Jacob Makeléer.
John and Anna had many children together, fifteen in total! Ten of their children grew up to be adults.
Their Children and Their Paths
- Johan Makeléer (1636–1696) became the 2nd Baronet, following in his father's footsteps. He worked at the Gothenburg Court of Justice.
- David Makeléer (1645–1708) became a very successful General in the Swedish army. He was also the first governor of Älvsborg County in Sweden.
- Catharina Makeléer (1637–1709) married two different generals during her life.
- Lunetta Makeléer (1639–1693) married Joakim Cronman, who was a Colonel in the Swedish army.
- Gustaf Adolf Makeléer (1641–1706) was a Captain in the Swedish Army.
- Other children included Charles, Jacob, Peter, Gustavus, Carl Leonard, Maria, Eliza, Anna, and Elsa Beata. Many of them also had important roles or married into notable families.
Helping the Queen
John Makeléer was not just a successful merchant; he also helped his new country. In 1635, he loaned a large sum of money, 1,150 thalers, to Queen Christina of Sweden. This was a very important loan because the Royal treasury was low on money, and the army urgently needed new weapons and supplies.
Because of his importance and his help, King Charles II of England gave him the title of a Baronet in May 1649. This was a special honor for his achievements.
Later Life
After his first wife Anna passed away in 1653, John Makeléer married Lilian Hamilton in 1655. After she died, he married Anna Thompson. John Makeléer passed away in 1666 in Sweden.
Images for kids
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Coat of Arms of the Makeléer family
See also
- Anders Örbom
- Joachim von Rohr
