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Lars Olsson Smith

Swedish manufacturer and politician (1836-1913) · Sweden · On the map · Died at 77

Lars Olsson Smith, also L.O. Smith, was a Swedish spirits manufacturer and politician. He was called "The King of Spirits" (Brännvinskungen) because of his domination of spirits production in Stockholm during the end of the 19th century.

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Knight 1st class of the Order of Vasa
Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic
Commander of the Order of Christ
Officier de l'Instruction publique
Knight of the Legion of Honour

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He started the production of Absolut Rent Brännvin which was later renamed Absolut Vodka.

Country
Sweden
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1836 to 1913 · aged 77