Catherine (Katarina Sunesdotter) b. 1210 d. 1252 Queen of Sweden. She was the daughter of Lord Sonny Folkeson of the early Bielbo Dynasty and Princess Helen, a daughter of King Sweartgar II, and was born in Upland. When King Eric the Lisper-and-Halter finally was able to return from Denmark, after the death of the interim King Canute II, he was 18 and proposed to Catherine, but was not able to marry her until 10 years later. The marriage strengthened the King's position and helped him get his final victory over Canute's rebellious sons. The...[Read More] (Bio by: J T Demitz) Gudhems klosterruin (Ruins of Gudhem Abbey), Falkoping, Vastra Gotalands Lan, Sweden Plot: Original monument moved to museum in Stockholm.
Ekwall, Linda b. December 22, 1973 d. June 29, 2002 Gladiator, fitness champion. As ”Indra” she made her name in ”The Gladiators” contest in Swedish TV, where she was one of the most successful, and popular contestants. She was a renowned fitness-personality and won the Swedish championships twice. She also made fifth place in the World Championships. Previous to her death, Linda released the book ”Fitness for Her,” as she was much involved in lecturing on health and training for body and mind. It was prior to the shooting of the Gladiator...[Read More] (Bio by: Peter Robsahm) Gudhems Kyrka, Falkoping, Vastra Gotalands Lan, Sweden
Justin, Kim 'Zeke' b. October 16, 1973 d. June 29, 2002 Gladiator, fitness champion. A Norwegian fitness-personality and Norwegian Champion. Known as ”Zeke,” he made his name in ”The Gladiators” contest in Swedish TV, where he was one of the most successful, and popular contestants. He was renowned in his field and spent much time touring with his girlfriend Linda Ekwall, also a famed Gladiator, holding lectures on health and training. Previous to his death...[Read More] (Bio by: Peter Robsahm) Gudhems Kyrka, Falkoping, Vastra Gotalands Lan, Sweden
b. 1210 d. 1252