Tordenskjold Township, organized September 8, 1869, as Blooming Grove, was renamed May 10, 1870, in honor of Peder Tordenskjold, renowned Norwegian admiral in the Danish service. He was born in Trondhjem, Norway, October 28, 1691; and was killed in a duel at Hanover, Germany, November 20, 1720. His original surname was Wessel, and the name of this township, meaning “Thunder Shield,” was conferred on him by the king of Denmark as a title of nobility.*
*Source: The Book “Minnesota Geographic Names: Their Origin and Historic Significance” Volume 17 – 1920 By Warren Upham”
The Historic location of Fort Juelson is located in in this township.
Tordenskjold has the distinction of being named the Otter Tail County seat. On February 28, 1870, the Minnesota state legislature by special act, agreed to move the county seat from Otter Tail City to Tordenskjold. County commissioners appropriated $1000 to build a courthouse and jail, but before construction could begin the special act was found illegal since the decision was made without a public vote.
Township Officials
| Supervisor | Dennis Bosek |
|---|---|
| Supervisor | Jesse Norgren |
| Chairman | Jim Olson |
| Treasurer | Tina Rubink |
| Clerk | Sheila Norgren |
Monthly Meeting
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About The Area
| Population | 550 |
|---|---|
| Area | 35.91895 square miles |
| Major Lakes | Dane, Fisk, Long, Olson, South Turtle, Stalker, Tamarack |
| Minor Civil Division | 2711165218 |
| Township and Range | T 132N - R 41W |
| Commissioner Districts | District 3 |
| Cities in this area | There are no cities in this township |
| Polling Place(s) | Minnesota Secretary of State - Poll Finder |
