Otto Nordström- the family

Clearly a family with the talent gene running rich in their veins, the Nordström dynasty has made signifant contributions to mankind over the years.

His father, Otto, was chemist Here's a patent he lodged relating to gas burners. If you speak Finnish, you can read about his father here. He was peripherally involved in the start of World War 1 and contributed significantly to the study of Balaklavian etymology. He was honoured when a newly discovered species of millipede was named after him (Tachypodoiulus Nordstromius). The insect was to form a vital ingredient of his infamous health tonic "One over the Otto".

His Grandfather (also called Otto) spent a few years in South Dakota before returning to his native Finland. Here, he first developed his theory that electrical bills could be reduced by shortening the wires of appliances.

This theory, mocked at the time (electricity hadn't been invented) has since proved to be a cornerstone of modern environmental economics. He was also three-times winner of the prestigious "Finlands Best Moustache" competition.

Here are some rare archive images of other Nordström family members.

Katariina, Otto's 1st wife	Mooska, his youngest child	Cousin Pierre	Borrissa, his seond wife
Leevi & Timu, his uncles		Cousin Klaus	Brother Olavvi
Cousin Jorlpakson	Wilhelmina, who introduced Otto to the delights of origami