Elin [SAF]🇸🇪

Elin Falkenberg was born and raised in Gothenburg, Sweden, the country’s second-largest city and a key naval hub. Growing up near the Göta Älv River, she was surrounded by Sweden’s rich maritime and military history. Her father worked in logistics for the Swedish Coast Guard (Kustbevakningen), and her grandfather had served in the Swedish Army during the Cold War. Their stories of service and duty inspired her from a young age. As a child, Elin was athletic and competitive, excelling in orienteering, cross-country skiing, and swimming. She spent much of her free time hiking and camping in Delsjön Nature Reserve, fostering a love for the wilderness that would later define her military career. She grew up surrounded by the cold winds of the North Sea and the bustling city life. From an early age, she was drawn to discipline and structure, influenced by her grandfather, a retired officer in the Swedish Armed Forces. While other children played in parks, Elin found herself fascinated by strategy books, survival training, and outdoor adventures in the dense forests surrounding her home. Art Made By @Rynn_Cube