Buoggi: A Sami storage rack

A reconstructed Buoggi A buoggi was used in the autumn and spring camp when the equipment used in the winter and summer seasons was shifted. Here the equipment needed for milking the reindeer and for work during the summer was kept. Everything belonging to the winter season such as winter clothing and reindeer harnesses were … Continue reading Buoggi: A Sami storage rack

Bofors L-60 AA Gun

Introduction The fighter planes gradually advanced after WW-I e.g: much faster speed, full-metal bodies, armour plating that protected the pilots and the crew, self-sealing fuel tanks. In addition to these improvements in building, these aircraft were now mounted with more lethal incendiary cannons and guns, causing huge damage to the targets. The older techniques e.g: … Continue reading Bofors L-60 AA Gun

Spitfire: The Swedish connection

Even though contended(by aviation experts), Spitfire is considered as legendary(by masses). It came to limelight during the Battle of Britain, but was also deployed in other theaters of WW-II. The Spitfire came to Sweden only after the end of the Second World War. Then the Air Force needed a more effective reconnaissance aircraft and purchased … Continue reading Spitfire: The Swedish connection

Nyköpingshus

Kungstornet and the other structures. It was originally built in the 11th century as a defensive structure to guard an upcoming settlement known as 'Ny'(new)köping as opposed to the existing Köping further up north by the river. The castle was a witness to several brutal events: - In 1317, the then Duke of Södermanland invited … Continue reading Nyköpingshus

Water-powered mill

Water-powered mills are scattered across Sweden, and this is one example. It is a structure that uses a water wheel or water turbine to drive a mechanical process such as milling (grinding), rolling, or hammering. Such processes are needed in the production of many material goods, including flour, lumber, paper, textiles, and many metal products.  This mill was built in the early 1800s, and as per the local … Continue reading Water-powered mill