Deaths in the 1800s

Hans Jacob Henning Hesselberg

1734–1809 (age 75)

Korskirken

Hans Jacob Henning Hesselberg was a Norwegian military officer who served his nation with distinction.

Christopher Hammer

1720–1804 (age 84)

Sister Churches

Christopher Hammer was an 18th-century cartographer whose maps and geographical expertise contributed to the documentati...

Enevold De Falsen

1755–1808 (age 53)

Old Aker Cemetery

Anne Cathrine Juel

1738–1809 (age 71)

Domkirkegården

Anne Cathrine Juel was a Norwegian businessperson of the late 18th century whose commercial ventures and economic influe...

August Friedrich von Wackenitz

1726–1808 (age 82)

Krist kirkegård

August Friedrich von Wackenitz dedicated his career to military leadership with steadfast honor.

Christian VII of Denmark

1749–1808 (age 59)

Roskilde Cathedral

Christian VII was King of Denmark and Norway whose reign from 1766 to 1808 marked a significant period in Scandinavian h...

Frederik, Hereditary Prince of Denmark

1753–1805 (age 52)

Roskilde Cathedral

A dutiful regent whose steady guidance shaped his nation’s path.

Philip Lange

1756–1805 (age 49)

Assistens Cemetery

An architect whose visionary designs brought grace and clarity to the cityscape.

Georg Flemming Lerche

1735–1804 (age 69)

Assistens Cemetery

Georg Flemming Lerche was a notable figure in late eighteenth-century Danish society.

Peter Meyn

1749–1808 (age 59)

Assistens Cemetery

Peter Meyn was a prominent Danish architect of the late 18th century.

Nicolai Abildgaard

1743–1809 (age 66)

Assistens Cemetery

Nicolai Abildgaard infused Danish art and architecture with neoclassical spirit while mentoring the next generation.

Martin Vahl

1749–1804 (age 55)

Assistens Cemetery

Martin Vahl was a Danish naturalist who contributed significantly to 18th-century natural history.

Jens Juel

1745–1802 (age 57)

Assistens Cemetery

Jens Juel was a preeminent Danish painter celebrated for his portraits and historical works.

Arent Aasheim

1749–1800 (age 51)

Assistens Cemetery

Arent Aasheim was a Danish physician practicing medicine in the late 18th century.

Jens Bang

1737–1808 (age 71)

Assistens Cemetery

Jens Bang cared for Copenhagen’s citizens with steady medical skill and compassion.

Cornelius Hoeyer

1741–1804 (age 63)

Assistens Cemetery

Cornelius Hoeyer was a Danish painter of the 18th century.

Johan Leonhard Fix

1735–1807 (age 72)

Assistens Cemetery

Johan Leonhard Fix helped sustain Copenhagen’s commerce through his steady work as a merchant and benefactor.

Lauritz Laurberg Thrane

1751–1809 (age 58)

Assistens Cemetery

Lauritz Laurberg Thrane was a notable Danish architect of the late 18th century.

Johann Jacob Frølich

1746–1809 (age 63)

Assistens Cemetery

Johann Jacob Frølich was a grocer who supported his neighbors with honest trade and generosity.

Søren Gyldendal

1742–1802 (age 60)

Assistens Cemetery

Søren Gyldendal was a Danish businessperson active in late 18th-century commerce.

Peter Christian Abildgaard

1740–1801 (age 61)

Assistens Cemetery

A founder of Danish veterinary education, Abildgaard combined rigorous science with lifelong service to animal and publi...

Johannes Wiedewelt

1731–1802 (age 71)

Assistens Cemetery

Johannes Wiedewelt was a preeminent Danish sculptor of the neoclassical period.

Matthias Saxtorph

1740–1800 (age 60)

Assistens Cemetery

Matthias Saxtorph was a gynecologist whose medical innovations advanced the care of women's health in Denmark.

Heinrich Wilhelm von Huth

1717–1806 (age 89)

St. Peter's Church

Heinrich Wilhelm von Huth was a military officer whose service contributed to Denmark's defense and governance.

Johan Boye Junge

1735–1807 (age 72)

St. Peter's Church

Junge was an architect whose refined works helped define Copenhagen’s built environment.

Andrea Kirstine Kiærulf

1730–1806 (age 76)

St. Peter's Church

Andrea Kirstine Kiærulf is commemorated for her faithful presence within the St. Peter's Church community.

Daniel Adzer

1732–1808 (age 76)

Assistens Cemetery

Daniel Adzer was a Danish medalist known for his skilled numismatic artistry.

Frederik Laub

1729–1809 (age 80)

Assistens Cemetery

Frederik Laub is honored for his meticulous work as a copper engraver who preserved the imagery of his time.

Ulrik Christian Kaas

1729–1808 (age 79)

Holmen Church

Ulrik Christian Kaas is commemorated as a devoted naval officer who served his country with steadfast resolve.

Antonio Costa

1767–1808 (age 41)

Snoghøj

Antonio Costa was a military officer who served in the late 18th century.

Jakob Holmblad

1736–1806 (age 70)

Assistens Cemetery

Jakob Holmblad was a Danish dyer and textile craftsman of the 18th century.

Børge Riisbrigh

1731–1809 (age 78)

Church of the Holy Ghost

Børge Riisbrigh was a Danish theologian and religious scholar.

Inger Løvenskiold

1732–1808 (age 76)

Brahetrolleborg

Inger Løvenskiold was a Danish noblewoman of the 18th century.

Anna Catharine Elisabeth Iselin

1759–1805 (age 46)

Damsholte Church

Anna Catharine Elisabeth Iselin was a Danish woman of the late 18th century.

Amalie Margrethe Christiane Caroline Lerche

1713–1800 (age 87)

Christian's Church

Amalie Margrethe Christiane Caroline Lerche was a Danish aristocrat of the 18th century.

John Brown

1723–1803 (age 80)

Christian's Church

John Brown was an eighteenth-century ship-owner of considerable standing.

Albert de Thurah

1761–1801 (age 40)

Holmen Cemetery

Albert de Thurah served the navy with steadfast courage.

Christen Heiberg

1737–1801 (age 64)

Nexø Church

Christen Heiberg was a figure of note in late eighteenth-century Danish life.

Conrad Alexander Fabritius de Tengnagel

1731–1805 (age 74)

Holmen Cemetery

Conrad Alexander Fabritius de Tengnagel was a prominent merchant of the eighteenth century.

Hans Henrik Koefoed

1760–1809 (age 49)

Holmen Cemetery

Hans Henrik Koefoed was a naval officer remembered for his calm courage and steadfast service.

Johan Christian Schrødersee

1754–1801 (age 47)

Holmen Cemetery

Johan Christian Schrødersee was a dedicated naval officer of the late eighteenth century.

Jean Jacob Claessen

1752–1806 (age 54)

Sankt Mariæ Kirke

Jean Jacob Claessen was a Danish merchant of the late eighteenth century.

Frederik Christian Kaas

1725–1803 (age 78)

Fraugde Church

Frederik Christian Kaas was a naval officer admired for his unwavering dedication to maritime service.

Peter Krabbe

1755–1807 (age 52)

Holmen Cemetery

Peter Krabbe was a naval officer respected for his calm leadership and steadfast care for his crews.

James Price

1761–1805 (age 44)

Frederiksberg Old Cemetery

James Price was an actor celebrated for his sincere performances and devotion to the stage.

Christian Thestrup Egede

1761–1803 (age 42)

Holmen Cemetery

Christian Thestrup Egede was a Danish naval officer of the late eighteenth century.

Henrik Adam Brockenhuus

1720–1803 (age 83)

Jungshoved Church

Courtier Henrik Adam Brockenhuus served the crown with reserve dignity and supported the Jungshoved parish he cherished.

Hans Henrik von Eickstedt

1715–1801 (age 86)

Ringe church

Military officer Hans Henrik von Eickstedt exemplified steady leadership and devotion to the soldiers he commanded.

Niels Ryberg

1725–1804 (age 79)

Dreslette Church

Niels Ryberg was a Danish merchant of the late 18th century.

Torkel Baden

1734–1805 (age 71)

Gentofte Kirkegård

Farmer Torkel Baden nurtured both the land around Gentofte and the people who tended it.