Wachtmeister af Johannishus facts for kids

The Wachtmeister family is a very old and important noble family from Sweden. They originally came from an island called Dagö, which is now part of Estonia. Noble families are groups of people who have been important for a long time, often having special titles or roles in history.

Coat of arms of the Wachtmeister family

Discovering the Wachtmeister Family

The Wachtmeister family has a long history in Sweden. Over the years, many members of this family have played important roles in different areas, from business to government and even within the royal court.

Ian Wachtmeister: A Life in Business and Politics

• Ian Wachtmeister (born 1932, died 2017) was a well-known member of the Wachtmeister family. He was a successful businessman who also became a politician. A politician is someone who works in government, helping to make decisions and laws for a country. Ian Wachtmeister was even one of the founders of a political party in Sweden.

Alice Trolle-Wachtmeister: A Royal Role

• Alice Trolle-Wachtmeister (born 1926, died 2017) was another notable member of the family. She held a very special position called Chief Court Mistress. This important role meant she was a senior official in the Swedish Royal Court, helping to manage the royal household and assist the Queen of Sweden.