Ludvig Nobel
Ludvig Nobel was a Swedish engineer and businessman who, alongside his brothers, established a prominent oil company known as Branobel in Baku, Azerbaijan. His contributions to the oil industry during the 19th century were crucial in shaping the global oil market. Ludvig's success in Baku not only advanced his family's wealth but also indirectly funded the Nobel Prizes, highlighting the intertwined legacy of the Nobel family with the region's rich natural resources and technological advancements.
Born on Dec 27, 1833 (192 years old)
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Greece:
Ludvig Nobel's death led to a mistaken obituary for his brother Alfred, which prompted Alfred to change his legacy.
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Andorra:
Ludvig Nobel was the brother of Alfred Nobel and passed away in 1888.
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Norway:
Ludvig Nobel, along with his brother Robert, built Branobel, one of the world's first oil empires.
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