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John Brynteson

1871 – 1959

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About John Brynteson

Lived 1871 – 1959 (aged 88). John Brynteson was a Swedish explorer and businessperson.

John Brynteson (August 13, 1871 – December 17, 1959) was one of the "Three Lucky Swedes" who founded and developed the Nome mining district.

Johan Bryntesson was born in the parish of Ärtemark in the traditional province of Dalsland, Sweden.

Career A gold-seeking venture which commenced in mid-September 1898 with Erik O. Lindblom and Jafet Lindeberg proved quite successful. In 1898, the three formed the Pioneer Mining and Ditch Company. The company was the largest mining company operating in Nome, Alaska, in the years following the discovery of gold. Brynteson purchased a farm in Santa Clara County, California later known as The Pruneyard.

Personal life Brynteson married Emma Forsberg on May 2, 1900 in San Francisco. The Bryntesons had three children. Brynteson died in Svaneholm, Säffle kommun, Sweden in 1959.

Legacy A statue of John Brynteson, together with Erik Lindblom and Jafet Lindeberg stands in Nome, Alaska. Jafet Lindeberg, Erik Lindblom and John Brynteson are all listed in the Alaskan Mining Hall of Fame.

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Alaska Mining Hall of Fame

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Brynteson?

miner (1871–1959)

When was John Brynteson born?

John Brynteson was born on 13 August 1871 in Bengtsfors Municipality.

When did John Brynteson die?

John Brynteson died on 17 December 1959.

What was John Brynteson's occupation?

John Brynteson was an explorer and businessperson.

What nationality was John Brynteson?

John Brynteson was Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Brynteson

· Wikidata: Q5588884

· DBpedia: John Brynteson

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